Pantry Worker

About the role

This position operates and maintains the food pantry and provides crisis assistance with grocery items to those in need. It is a 20-hour per week position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily food orders for distribution.
• Answer phone regarding food pantry issues.
• Be on hand when food arrives and check all items for usability, and stock shelves.
• Carry in food, as help is required.
• Keep daily records i.e. volunteer and daily disbursement sheets.
• Pick up food from donors, Food Bank, or from stores as necessary.
• Maintain and order supplies.
• Maintain pantry by utilizing a regular cleaning schedule.
• Take out pantry garbage.
• Maintain pantry equipment and alert supervisor for maintenance immediately.
• Actively communicate with the supervisor regarding shortages, special needs, etc.
• Treat clients with respect, dignity, and firmness concerning the pantry rules.
• Maintain regular communication with regular donors i.e. church secretaries.
• Contact donors as needed to keep pantry supplies by calling on schools, and assisting supervisor with development of new donors.
• Recruit, provide orientation, schedule, and assist volunteers.
• Aid supervisor with media opportunities, speaking opportunities, public meetings, and community networking.

Requirements

High school / General education diploma. Need a valid driver's license. Ability to accept instructions and apply them logically and responsibly and to make productive use of unsupervised time. Sensitivity and respect for populations of individuals who may be considered marginalized regarding their socioeconomic, emotional, physical, and spiritual backgrounds and the ability to work within a team concept and the philosophy of the agency mission. Must be able to lift 30 lbs.

Qualifications

Must acknowledge and respect the right of Catholic Charities to develop policies, manage programs and administer benefits in accordance with the Teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.