Associate-Food Pantry

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Position Summary

The Associate-Food Pantry is responsible for assisting in the daily operations of the food pantry. 

High School Diploma or equivalent is required. 

3 years of food pantry or similar experience is required.

Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to build strong relationships. Ability to lead others using excellent collaboration and team building skills.

Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.

Effectively delivers constructive feedback.

Quickly trouble-shoots and resolves problems or escalates appropriately.

Above average time management, organizational and priority setting skills; able to work within tight time frames and meet strict deadlines.

High attention to detail, accuracy and deadlines with the ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion.

Maintains current working knowledge and is proficient in area of expertise.

Works cohesively with manager and volunteers to serve clients in a friendly and courteous manner.

Oversees that food, donated or purchased, is unloaded, sorted, and stored in its designated location.  May assist donors with bringing in donations.

Assist clients in selection of food items and carrying out items.

Maintains a high level of knowledge on community resources and overall needs.

Possess the information, skill, and understanding of the work to be performed.  Actively participates in continuing education opportunities and maintains certifications, licensure as appropriate.

Abides by all safety requirements including demonstrating proper hand hygiene and wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), if applicable. 

Complies with all standards, policies and procedures including dress code, attendance and punctuality.  Attends required in-services and meetings and completes all mandatory competencies by deadline. Commits to keeping all patient, student or colleague information confidential and maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with team members. 

The purpose of this job description is to provide a summary of the major responsibilities performed by colleagues in this position. Colleagues may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.  Variances in job duties performed may exist between facilities, and colleagues may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements Category:

Support Services

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting

X

50 lbs.

Carrying

X

50 lbs.

Pushing

X

50 lbs.

Pulling

X

50 lbs.

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Use of Hands/Dexterity

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Extreme Cold

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Extreme Heat

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Humid

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Wet

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Noise

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Hazards

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Temperature Change

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Vibration

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Other

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.