Requirements: This is a part-time position up to 20 hours/week some weekends are required

Mission:Here at New H.O.P.E. CDC, we are a united front dedicated to selfless service striving for operational excellence. We are bridging our differences, to cultivate potential to purpose. We believe in the power of the team as each of us is gifted to make a difference.

Position Summary:

The New H.O.P.E. CDC Food Pantry Worker will work under the management of the Food Pantry Supervisor to meet the weekly food orders of clients. This position is part of the pantry staff and facilitates a positive weekly experience for clients, team members, and volunteers.

As part of the team, one will ensure adherence to the first in, first out principles of product rotation, and help each member have a positive engagement opportunity.

This role performs food pantry and warehouse work necessary to provide food assistance to clients, including:

➔ Product sorting and storage, stocking pantry shelves and coolers, discarding waste.

➔ Work to insure effective and efficient pantry and warehouse operations.

➔ Supports and assists Food Pantry volunteers and staff in completing all tasks.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

● Sort pantry items, makes food boxes, quality check fresh produce, prepare small and large healthy food boxes

● Ability to work in a safe manner and complies with all safety rules and procedures. Promote team safety.

● Conduct housekeeping to assure that work areas meet USDA standards for cleanliness and that areas are organized, clean, safe, and clutter free.

● Performs tasks to keep the property clean & safe, including but not limited to trash removal, and parking lot clean up as needed.

● Represent the organization, at all times, in a courteous and professional manner when interacting with community, staff, agency partners, store personnel, clients, and volunteers.

● Maintain all necessary records including disbursement receipts, client logs, timesheets, etc.

● Attends staff and training meetings as directed.

● Perform extra assignments as needed or requested.

● Remain up-to-date with required software platforms and systems.

Qualifications:

● Adheres to all policies and procedures.

● Able to lift up to 40 lbs.

● Ability to operate technology, digital tools, and platforms

● Must be honest, fair, and courteous

● Consistent in following the rules and guidelines in handling and disbursing boxes

● Strong interpersonal and communication skills

● Excellent customer service skills

● Ability to problem solve and be agile

● Ability to work under demanding and stressful situations

● Ability to adapt to changing environments and work processes

● Able to work as a team player

● Willing to follow directions

● Must be dependable, motivated, and a self starter.

● Flexible and able to work some evenings and weekends as required

● Reliable, personal transportation required

● Valid Driver's License, driving company vehicle may be required

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Candidate may be subject to background check before hire.

If you are interested or know someone who may be interested in this position, please email your name, number, resume, and availability for a potential interview to Humanresources@newhope-cdc.org

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Food Pantry Worker