Food Pantry Coordinator

Food Pantry Coordinator

Job Details

Job Location

Milwaukee - 335 W Wright - Milwaukee, WI

Position Type

Part Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$12.00 - $12.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Up to 50%

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Position Summary :

The Food Pantry Coordinator oversees food drive and community meal program activities for the area to which they are assigned. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions :

Oversees food pantry operations including pick-up and delivery to the agency of food for the food pantry;

Prepares requisitions for food and commodities as needed, and receives and properly stores all deliveries;

Assists with gathering food from different locations to bring to the pantry site;

Maintains high health standards, cleanliness, and sanitation, including the wearing of hairnets and / or caps at all times within food pantry area;

Maintains kitchen, pantry, and food storage environments that are in compliance with Health Department standards;

Ensures that equipment is in good operating condition and that the temperatures are within proper standards;

Remains aware of fire and safety hazards and report repair / maintenance needs;

Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;

Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Certifications / Licensures :

Serve Safe Certification strongly preferred;Preference will be given to certified candidates;

Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

Education :

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience and Competencies :

At least one (1) year of experience working with food, either in a kitchen or restaurant setting is required;

Previous experience working with food in a community or food pantry setting is preferred;

Ability to communicate effectively in order to relay information to others is required;

Professional appearance and demeanor required;

Ability to relate well with a diversity of ages and cultural backgrounds;

Experience in working with high-risk youth and their families preferred;

Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred;

Must be sensitive to populations served.

Working Conditions :

Work is primarily performed in an outdoor / indoor food pantry setting;

Travel between multiple locationswillbe required;

Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.