Chief Executive Officer

The Worcester County Food Bank (WCFB) is committed to engaging, educating, and leading Worcester County in creating a hunger-free community while addressing immediate food insecurity.

As the leading food security organization in Worcester County, WCFB coordinates the collection and distribution of quality donations of fresh, frozen, and non-perishable food to the 60 communities of Worcester County through a network of food pantries and meal programs, and advocates for programs that increase access to healthy food and policy solutions that address the root causes of food insecurity.

The Worcester County Food Bank is seeking a bold, forward-thinking leader ready to mitigate hunger relief in the community. The next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will inspire teams, galvanize partnerships, and drive strategic growth—ensuring that every neighbor has access to the food they need and the dignity they deserve. The CEO will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Worcester County Food Bank, leading the organization into the next chapter of community impact.

WCFB targets a dynamic, visionary leader who excels at building relationships, demonstrates an inclusive and transparent management style, and possesses strong business acumen. This individual will motivate and guide both staff and volunteers throughout the food distribution process. As the public face of the WCFB, the CEO will be a passionate and persuasive advocate for the mission to end hunger and manage food insecurity.

The CEO holds ultimate responsibility for the administration, management, and strategic direction of the food bank, overseeing staff, programs, finances, facilities, events, and partnerships. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the CEO will ensure that the food bank’s operations, services, and funding partnerships consistently achieve—or exceed—strategic goals and objectives.

Key areas of responsibility include leadership of internal operations—warehouse and distribution, programming, agency relations, finances, human resources, marketing and communications, and administration—as well as external-facing initiatives such as advocacy, fundraising, and partnership development.

The ideal candidate will be both a hands‑on leader and an inspiring visionary, capable of advancing the WCFB’s mission while strengthening its connections throughout the community. The successful CEO will instill early trust and be of the highest integrity.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have the following professional and personal qualities, skills, and characteristics:

Visionary & Innovative Leader

The ideal candidate brings senior leadership experience, preferably from a nonprofit, food industry, or business administration background. They would have significant experience with growth management. The successful candidate would be a forward‑thinking strategist with the ability to align programs and initiatives to organizational goals while identifying new opportunities such as retail rescue, food sourcing, and partnerships with peer food banks. Equally important, they can navigate challenges posed by government and external systems, ensuring WCFB remains resilient and innovative in the face of change.

Financial and Operational Management

Armed with strong business acumen, the CEO will steward budgets, assets, and revenues with transparency and accountability—ensuring accurate reporting, clean audits, and diverse revenue growth through grants, partnerships, and in‑kind contributions. At the same time, they will inspire and guide staff, senior leaders, and volunteers to deliver on strategic objectives, fostering a culture of mission‑driven leadership, compliance, and professional growth. By uniting fiscal discipline with people‑centered management, they will strengthen organizational capacity and ensure long‑term sustainability.

This leader understands the critical importance of building a strong, formal development program and diversifying revenue beyond state‑provided food. With deep knowledge of charitable fundraising, donor engagement, and retail partnerships, they bring both creativity and discipline to revenue growth. They will be…