(Student Position) General’s Pantry Assistant

Position Information

Posting Number: 20151016P
Job Posting Date: 07/09/2026
Initial Review Date: 08/03/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes

Qualifications

• Reports To: Director of Campus Life and Housing
• Education/Qualifications: Sheridan College Student currently enrolled
  Cumulative GPA is 2.0 or greater
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Ability to work well with others as part of a collaborative team.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Creative, with the ability to propose and initiate new ideas.
  • Ability to prioritize activities and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Basic computer skills and a familiarity with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, and Microsoft Excel.
  • The ability to understand the importance of confidentiality and to serve as a role model for others.
  • Awareness of, and appreciation for, individual uniqueness and diversity.

About the Role

Food Pantry Assistants must be self-motivated learners, efficient problem solvers and have ability to provide care and supportive services to all students. Food Pantry Assistants help Campus Life and Housing meet its goal of serving students that are food insecure by providing free food, snacks, and personal items.

Job Duties

• Know and execute all food handling procedures
• The general management and duties of the Food Pantry
• Providing a clean, safe and efficient operation of the Food Pantry
• Picking up donations from donation bins, and food drives, as needed
• Managing documents and paperwork, including food inventory and food log sheets
• Preparing and submitting daily/weekly reports for guests and supplies necessary for operations
• Keeping accurate records of the amount of food coming in and out each month
• Answering questions from customers about campus directions, activities, university services/offices and general university knowledge
• Providing training to volunteers, ensuring safety, efficiency and effective communication at all times
• Providing timely communication to coworkers, supervisors and clients
• Additional projects assigned by the supervisor

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Ability to resolve conflict situations and make decisions under pressure
• Work independently and with others
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to lift 25 pounds