Serve as the public face of Veritable Vegetable and first point of contact for customers, vendors, and applicants. Screen/direct walk-ins and multi-line telephone calls and provide administrative support to all departments to ensure the smooth functioning of our operation.

Responsibilities Manage company switchboard; determine caller needs and accurately route to appropriate staff/department

Greet visitors, determine nature of business and announce visitors to the appropriate staff; screen unsolicited salespeople, job applicants and other walk-ins, as necessary

Issue guest badges and make sure guests sign-in at the front desk before entry

Assist customers with daily will-call pickups

Keep reception area neat/clean/uncluttered in order for front desk to operate efficiently

Sort and process mail to ensure items are delivered to the proper department, in a timely manner

Understand and follow VV’s safety policies, procedures and best practices including food safety, safe use of equipment and safe lifting practices

Assist Purchasing department with compliance support for organic certification and food safety

Assist VV Managers with a variety of clerical duties

Assist VV with office and non-office supplies, as needed

Assist Facilities in daily maintenance of office, kitchen, and bathrooms, as needed

Provide warehouse support as requested

Participate as required in other tasks as directed by the Director of Sales to achieve department goals.

Qualifications At least 1 year of full-time work experience with front desk and switchboard operations

High school diploma or equivalent is required; college degree is a plus

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)



and other databases

Excellent attention to detail, organizational/administrative skills

Friendly, articulate, empathetic communicator; outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills

Bilingual skills, a plus Physical Requirements Must be able to type repetitively on a keyboard

Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time

Must be able to stand, walk, bend, twist and perform a variety of other physical functions on a consistent basis

Must be able to lift up to 45lbs. without assistance; over 45lbs with assistance

Must be able to work in varying environments including the ability to withstand cold temperatures with proper protective clothing for several hours at a time.

Must be able to follow safety procedures (i.e., proper lifting techniques) WAGE RANGE – $23.00 – $27.00/hour, depending upon experience To apply: Please provide your letter of interest to [email protected] OR apply through our online employment application. SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, 7/31/2026 VV is a team of movers, shakers, and thinkers who are passionate about the environment, sustainable food systems, and social justice. For over 50 years, we have worked to build an equitable food system and create a healthier world.

To achieve that end, we strongly encourage women, trans, non-binary, and BIPOC to apply. We are looking for long term fits and will train the right candidate. Please consider applying, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications listed.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Learn more about us at www.veritablevegetable.com

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