Food Pantry Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

This position will focus on the day-to-day operation of the specific ICNA Relief pantry

The Food Pantry Assistant will perform in total compliance with the policies and procedures introduced and adhered to by ICNA Relief under the direct supervision of the Food Pantry Coordinator. The Assistant to Hunger Prevention program is expected to set personal examples and demonstrate high standards of service delivery and customer care to all stakeholders of ICNA Relief

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for inventory of donated food, sorting food, and restocking shelves.
• Daily restocking and unloading food to and from storage containers, walk-in refrigerator and freezer.
• Assist with the setup of all food distributions.
• Responsible for assisting volunteers and donors unload their vehicles.
• Weigh all food items when brought to the agency; complete log in form, inventory donations and provide receipts to donors.
• Keep the workplace, shelves, walk-in refrigerator and freezer, pallet area neat including cleaning and sanitizing tables, carts, refrigerators/freezers, as well a sweeping and mopping floors.
• Pick-up food donations from local markets driving agency van.
• Assist with client check-in and bagging of food as needed.
• Maintain safe and sanitary condition of all distribution sites including cleaning and sanitizing tables and carts, sweeping and mopping the floors, as well as dispose of garbage and cardboard.

Required Education and Experience :

• High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of two years’ experience working in a food pantry program or related work environment.
• Communicate clearly in person, by phone or in writing.
• Enjoys helping others, particularly diverse clients.
• Enjoys being in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer literacy experience with Word and Excel, some database knowledge helpful.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently to organize and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to take and give directions in a non-threatening manner.
• Excellent work habits: punctual, reliable and cooperative.
• Ability to drive a cargo van and load and unload items of various weight.
• Must possess a current valid MN Driver’s License 
• Bi-lingual in English/Spanish, not required, but preferred.

Work environment and Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed both indoor and outside environments.
• Daily work occurs in varying temperatures, which include heat and rain.
• Standing, reaching, lifting and bending.
• Ability to repeatedly lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and manipulate heavy objects.
• Requires Standing and/or lifting 80% of the time.
• Requires work on computer 5%-10% of time.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan after 1 year

Work Authorization :

The candidate desiring to be hired by ICNA Relief must have a legal status, social security number and work authorization by the relevant US authorities. The candidate by virtue of applying for this position authorizes ICNA Relief for his/her Background Check, reference check and a Medical Exam on need basis. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work :

Employee must be available during the “core” work hours starting from 9:00 a.m. to 6 p.m., including weekends. Occasional evening work may be required.

Other Duties :

Please note this job description is not all encompassing in terms of duties or responsibilities that are expected of this position. ICNA Relief reserves the right to add, omit or modify duties, responsibilities, and activities at any time with or without advance notice.