Pantry Aide

Catholic Charities Community Services•New York, NY

5d•$21 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Feeding Our Neighbors (FON) Department provides emergency meals to individuals and families who face hunger and food insecurity throughout the Archdiocese of NY. Our goal is to provide healthy nutritious meals to anyone who is in need with compassion and dignity. This position will support the program operations and serve as alternate driver for the Home Bound Program. Salary: $20.88 - $21.98 per hour, this is a non-exempt hourly position based on a 35 hours work week or a $38,000 or $40,000 annually. Location: 402 East 152nd Street, Bronx, NY, 10455.

Requirements

High School Diploma/Equivalency
Some familiarity with working in a small warehouse environment.
Some knowledge of operating warehouse equipment (pallet jacket)
Must be able to lift and/or containers that weigh over 50lbs.
Must have good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to interact with diverse population of the public and work in various communities.
Must maintain excellent relationships with internal personnel and external partners.
Must be a team player and be supportive of program and community development projects.
May be required to work some holidays, evening and/or weekend hours.

Nice To Haves

Driver’s License Preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with all aspects of weekly food deliveries including lifting, moving, cleaning and organizing of food equipment, furniture, etc. in the hub and/or pantry.
Receive, unpack and restock cases of food, produce, frozen and refrigerator food items.
As requested, conduct and maintain product inventory and report information to supervisor.
Maintain food safety protocols for food storage, inventory, equipment and premises.
Work closely with FON staff and CCCS personnel to ensure smooth program operations.
Keep facilities and equipment clean and organized based on NYC Dept. of Health regulations.
Help with the set-up and close-down of food hub and pantry as requested.
Work closely with volunteers, interns, and other personnel as assigned.
Work closely with the Case Management staff, other CCCS programs/staff and affiliate agencies.
Assist Supervisor, department staff and/or other agency personnel as needed to support operations.
Ability to travel to various pantry sites and provide support as needed.
Other duties as assigned.