Food Pantry Assistant
The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Newton, IA
About The Position
The Food Pantry Assistant helps clients with the food pantry intake process, keeps pantry shelves stocked and sorted, and picks up donations. The position also performs routine cleaning and maintenance of the Corps office building and property. The role supervises volunteers under the direction of the Corps Officer and/or Case Manager. Driving is an essential function. Employees are expected not to undermine The Salvation Army’s religious mission.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 6 months of experience.
- Ability to work flexibly on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, and ability to access payroll, timekeeping, and personal data through a web-based system.
- Administrative skills, including use of standard office equipment, data entry, 10-key, attention to detail, and filing.
- Good written and spoken communication skills and ability to maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to handle confidential matters.
- Must pass all applicable background checks.
- Valid driver's license from the state of residence.
- Approval through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.
- Complete Safe from Harm training within 30 days of hire.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting up to 25 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Greet visitors and clients in a friendly manner.
- Pick up and unload donations as needed or scheduled, and interact positively with donors.
- Collect necessary client information for the Social Services Case Manager.
- Inventory food orders from the Food Bank and order food accordingly.
- Keep pantry shelves stocked and sort and stock personal care items.
- Clean and maintain the Corps office building and property, including sanitizing bathrooms, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and emptying wastebaskets.
- Attend meetings as required.
- Assist with generating compliance and statistical reports, and submit monthly reports and statistics to the Food Bank of Iowa.
- Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance, as well as routine maintenance of janitorial equipment.
- Supervise volunteers under the direction of the Corps Officer and/or Case Manager.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
