Food Pantry Assistant

2 months ago

Marion, United States The Salvation Army USA Central Territory Full time

The Salvation Army Midland Division Corps located in Marion, Illinois, is looking for a Food Pantry Assistant. The Food Pantry Assistant will assist the corps officer in arranging for food acquisition, delivery and stocking of food and preparation of food boxes to be provided for our clients. This position will drive The Salvation Army vehicles periodically to obtain food stuff.

This is a part-time, under 20 hour per week position with a starting pay of $14.75 per hour. The Salvation Army Marion Corps is located at 906 Tower Square Plz, Marion, Illinois.

Essential Functions

  1. Review intake form with client(s), obtaining additional information/documentation as required to determine eligibility.
  2. Search computer database, and enter any new clients or changes to existing clients' data into the computer system.
  3. Perform the following or monitor volunteers as they perform the following:
  4. Prepare, move and carry food boxes/bags for clients based on family size.
  5. Keep food pantry stocked. This involves moving heavy quantities of food from the storage areas into the food pantry room on a daily basis.
  6. Remove outdated items from shelves and refrigerators/freezers on a regular basis. Rotate stock so that nothing is held long-term.
  7. Keep pantry and store rooms neat, clean and organized. Report any rodent/bug problems to the building maintenance worker.
  8. Order food from The Central Illinois Foodbank and other sources as needed and coordinate its transportation.
  9. Arrange for the unloading of food stocks from foodbank or other sources.
  10. Keep records of food offered, accepted and rejected from the foodbank and other sources.
  11. Maintain and report program statistics to the administration office and prepare and submit Food Bank reports and Operation Food Search Reports.

This job description should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list. It is intended to identify the essential duties and requirements of the position. Employee will follow other instructions, and perform other related duties, as may be required by his/her supervisor.

Education and Experience

  • High school or equivalent diploma and one year experience in an office environment. Combination of training and experience will be considered.
  • Must have a valid Illinois Driver's License and pass TSA MVR check.
  • Must be able to communicate with clients in person and by phone.
  • Must be able to read and write, and enter and retrieve data from a computer data base.
  • Ability to use Word and Excel is a plus.
  • Must be a team player, a self-starter and perform well with minimum supervision.
  • Must demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality of client information.
  • Must have an outgoing personality with good communication skills and an ability to work with diverse cultures.
  • Good organizational skills required.
  • Commitment to carry out The Salvation Army's mission is essential.

Physical Working Conditions

  • Must be capable of performing the above essential duties to include frequently lifting 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds and frequently moving 50 or more pounds using dolly/cart/truck.
  • Some of this work will be outdoors and it will be cold in the winter and hot in the summer.

The Salvation Army, as a religious organization, is exempt from participation in federal and state unemployment insurance programs. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disabled.

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