The Greater Chicago Food Depository is Chicago’s largest food bank, central to a network of over 800 partner organizations that deliver food to residents across Chicago and Cook County. It distributes food through pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, mobile units, and other channels while also providing job training, advocacy, and research to address hunger’s root causes. The Depository’s comprehensive services—including food drives, outreach, fundraising, events, and foodservice training—support both immediate relief and long‑term community resilience. As a proud member of Feeding America, the organization distinguishes itself by combining large‑scale distribution with innovative solutions that transform hunger into hope.
Open Positions
CDL B Truck Driver
CDL B license, 2+ years of driving experience, and ability to manage multiple tasks
Controller
Bachelor's degree in accounting required; 5+ years of not for profit accounting experience; solid experience in coordinating audit activities and financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting, and general ledger
Seasonal Truck Driver (CDL-B)
CDL-B, 1-2 years of experience, and ability to lift 50 lbs required
Senior Major Gifts and Planned Giving Officer
5+ years of experience in major gifts and planned giving, with a proven track record of soliciting and closing five- and six-figure gifts
Transportation Manager
4+ years of leadership experience, strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and ability to work non-traditional hours
Manager Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
4+ years of fundraising, events, and donor engagement experience, strong project management and communication skills
Senior Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations
10+ years of experience in institutional fundraising, leadership of high-performing teams, and complex corporate/foundation partnerships
Senior Manager of Volunteer and Guest Experience
5+ years of management experience, proven excellence in customer service, and exceptional communication skills
Senior Manager of Donor Engagement
7-10 years of fundraising experience, leadership skills, and analytical skills
Operations Worker
Valid driver's license, experience operating material handling equipment, physical fitness, and basic mathematical skills