Food Pantry Associate - Part Time; 2189-205-N

Food Pantry Associate

For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers 160-plus programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, and those struggling with mental illness.

Statement Of The Job

The Food Pantry Associate will continuously strive to provide the highest quality services on behalf of the Agency, while working within the Catholic Charities frame of the Best Practice Principles and in support of the agency's mission. The Food Pantry Associate is responsible for assisting the clients and encouraging pantries to use whole grains and fresh produce. Operate and provide services (assessment, collection of data, dissemination of food etc.) at Agency operated food pantries. Order food for Agency operated pantries ensuring that proper percentage of fresh produce, milk and whole grains. Make every effort to purchase fresh, whole food in place of processed food. Accept order shipments upon arrival, check for contaminated or spoiled foods, label boxes with date of arrival and pack shelves in accordance with HPNAP FIFO (first in-first out) method to reduce the possibility of spoilage or expired food at Agency operated sites. Conduct guided trips to the green markets to provide food pantry guests access to locally grown produce. Adhere to all the administrative and data collection activities at Agency operated food pantries required to comply with contractual obligations with HPNAP, including maintenance and timely submission of food pantry network statistics. Regularly meet with supervisor to plan program enhancement activities such as educational and nutritional workshops. Facilitate events working in conjunction with Food Pantry Supervisor.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred or HS diploma plus an additional 5 years' experience in related field. Valid driver's license, proof of department of motor vehicles driving history, 3 years of current driving experience with no more than one moving violation in the previous 24 months (2 years), and no driving while intoxicated convictions. Valid Food Safety Certificate preferred. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, & climbing stairs. Ability to lift 35 lbs. Able to travel throughout the five boroughs as needed. Ability to climb stairs. Ability to transport necessary supplies to and from locations as needed. Ability to work flexible hours (evenings/weekends) as assigned.

Benefits

We offer competitive salary and excellent benefits including: Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually) Medical, Dental Vision Retirement Savings with Agency Match Transit Flexible Spending Account Life insurance Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer Training Series and other additional voluntary benefits.