'Inspirational' founder to depart from Harrogate community group which has served more than 20,000 weekly groceries
The founder of an award-winning Harrogate charity which has served more than 20,000 weekly groceries to low-income families in the town says she is stepping down after “much soul searching”.
A charity and Community Interest Company (CIC), Resurrected Bites was established by Michelle Hayes in 2018 to turn surplus food from local businesses and supermarkets into affordable meals and groceries under the philosophy of “filling bellies not bins”.
The hard-working Michelle said the voluntary group was in its “strongest ever position” but believes her departure will allow a new CEO to lead the next phase of development and long-term sustainability.
“After eight years of having the privilege of leading an incredible team serving thousands of people and saving many tonnes of food from going to waste, I have decided it is time for me to move on to a new venture and for someone else to take Resurrected Bites to the next stage,” said Michelle.
"We are in the strongest position we have ever been in and there has never been a better time to hand over the reins.”
Resurrected Bites collects good-quality surplus food and redistributes it through low-cost community groceries and give-as-you-can cafés across Harrogate, Killinghall and Knaresborough.
It is not a food bank where food is free but operates via a subscription scheme and for a small, annual fee, members have access to the shop like a normal shop but only pay a fraction of the price.
The Resurrected Bites board is looking for an experienced senior leader with strong financial oversight, operational competence and the ability to build trusted local partnerships.
Commercial awareness and disciplined management are as important as commitment to social impact, the environment and the organisation’s Christian values.
Richard Hall, Chair of Trustees said: “Resurrected Bites has proven that a practical, well-run model can reduce food waste and improve access to affordable food and tackle loneliness.
"We are now looking for a new chief executive who can strengthen what we’ve built.”
Anyone interested in applying has until March 27 at 9am.
Informal conversations and site visits are welcomed.
Contact Michelle at: [email protected]