Food Pantry Volunteer

Key Responsibilities

• Aid in receiving, sorting, and organizing donated food items.
• Load, unload, and transport food and supplies as needed.
• Help select food for distribution.
• Support pantry operations during client service hours.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pantry environment.
• Interact respectfully and compassionately with clients, volunteers, and staff.
• Follow all food safety and organizational procedures.
• Assist with other pantry-related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• For Drivers: Valid driver's license required, clean driving record required, volunteer drivers must be willing to use their own vehicle.
• For Intake: Familiarity with Personal Computers, knowledge of MS Excel, demonstrated ability to perform data entry rapidly and efficiently, willingness to learn Feedmore applications, including Link2Feed and MealConnect.
• All volunteers: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, must pass a background check prior to acceptance, dependable, punctual, and committed to serving the community, strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements

• Loaders: Ability to lift and carry 25-60 pounds.
• Client Services: Ability to lift and carry 25-45 pounds.
• All Others: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, climb stairs safely, bend, reach, push, and pull as needed during pantry operations.

Preferred Qualities

• Passion for helping individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.
• Positive attitude and willingness to assist wherever needed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and treat all clients with dignity and respect.
• Fluency in Spanish, Farsi, Pashto, Russian or Ukrainian (a plus).
• Completion of ServSafe Food Handler Training (we will arrange that for you).

Impact

By serving as a Food Pantry Volunteer, you will help ensure that community members have access to nutritious food and essential resources while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing food insecurity.