Food Pantry Aide Full Time

THE SALVATION ARMY

North and Central Illinois Division

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : Food Services Aide

LOCATION / DEPT : Peoria Food Programs

REPORTS TO : Peoria Food Service &Warehouse Operations Manager works in coordination with the Lead Food Pantry Specialist.

PEOPLE MANAGER : No

FLSA CATEGORY : Non-Exempt, Full Time.

PAY GRADE : 201

PAY RATE : $15.75 - $18.53

WHO WE ARE

At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to "Doing the Most Good". We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for youth after school and on the weekends achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless. The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division provides these services to people in need.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides support to Food Services & Warehouse Personnel in coordinating the distribution of food pantry services to the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Coordinate daily assignments with the Lead Food Pantry Specialist to maintain efficient operations.
• Operate and maintain the food pantry, provide crisis assistance with grocery & hygiene items to those in need, documenting as necessary.
• Keep the front desk presentable with up-to-date flyers.
• Complete and file intake paperwork and all necessary documents for clients, including data entry into the electronic system and SIMS database.
• Receive and document gift in kind (GIK) donations delivered to the warehouse.
• Assist with daily unloading, shelving, stocking, and storing of food donations and deliveries as needed for the food pantry.
• Communicate with Lead Food Pantry Specialist on items / supplies needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area, including keeping client files organized and updated.
• Assist with day-to-day warehouse activities.
• Provide organization and preparation for the community food pantry program.
• Palletize and shrink wrap warehouse products as necessary.
• Ensure the warehouse equipment such as Forklifts, Power Jacks, etc. are safely stored, prepared for work, and charged as necessary.
• Participate in ensuring that warehouse materials are effectively received, tracked and easily accessible.
• Provide overall support and coordination, as needed, across food service operations as needed. (i.e. - driving, dropping off food, serving, etc.)
• Adhere to Health Department policies and procedures ensuring compliance.
• Maintain ongoing compliance with the Food Handler Serv Safe Certification.
• Complete CPR / First Aid / Blood Borne Pathogens Training.
• Perform other duties as assigned as related to Peoria Food and warehouse programs.

Administrative Expectations

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Education :

High School diploma, equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of.

Experience :

Must have the ability to work cooperatively with others as a team member performing duties and providing support to the community and clients through the Food Services Department. Must be able to maintain composure and positive attitude while serving guests in the fast-paced and high demand food pantry.

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