St. Louis Community Liaison

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven St. Louis Community Liaison to serve as the primary external representative for our Community Kitchen (CK). This full-time position requires a local professional with strong sales acumen who will be responsible for securing annually funding through various revenue streams while building and maintaining critical community partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

External Relations & Fundraising (70%)

Serve as the primary public face of the Community Kitchen including rotary clubs, local government offices, major donors, and community organizations

Develop and execute fundraising strategies to meet annual revenue target through meal reimbursements, grants, individual donors, and corporate partnerships

Cultivate and steward relationships with existing and prospective donors

Present the CK mission and impact to various audiences through speaking engagements and meetings

Partner Management (20%)

Identify, recruit, and onboard new feeding partner organizations

Negotiate meal reimbursement rates and partnership terms

Facilitate connections between on-site Managing Chef and feeding partners to ensure smooth operations

Monitor partner satisfaction and address concerns proactively

Internal Coordination (10%)

Maintain regular on-site presence at the Community Kitchen (minimum 2x per week)

Stay informed on kitchen operations, challenges, and success stories

Collaborate with support team members specializing in grants, partnerships, donors, volunteers, and faith-based outreach

Provide regular updates on fundraising progress and partnership status

Required Qualifications:

Proven track record in sales, fundraising, or business development with demonstrated ability to meet revenue targets

Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills

Strong negotiation capabilities

Self-motivated with entrepreneurial mindset

Ability to work independently while leveraging team resources

Deep commitment to addressing food insecurity in the community

Local residence and strong community connections preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in nonprofit fundraising or social enterprise

Established relationships with local business and civic leaders

Background in hospitality, restaurant, or food service industry

Grant writing experience

Success Metrics:

Achievement of reaching annual fundraising goals

Number and quality of new partnerships established

Partner retention and satisfaction rates

Community engagement metrics

This position offers an exciting opportunity to drive the sustainability and growth of a vital community resource while making a tangible impact on food security through the Community Kitchen.