Pantry Worker

Catholic Charities • Alton, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

To operate and maintain the food pantry, and provide crisis assistance with grocery items to those in need. This position is for 20 hours/ week.

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.

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.
• Maintained and ordered 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.
• Assist supervisor with media opportunities, speaking opportunities, public meetings, and community networking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED