What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Pantry Receiving Associate (Part Time) position at Katy Christian Ministries?
Job Description:
1. Under direction of the Senior Food Pantry Receiving Manager, oversee all aspects of incoming food donations inclusive of:
- Weigh and log number of pounds of items received.
- Inspect the quality and safety of all food arriving daily; destroy any out-of-date or spoiled.
- Ensure proper care and procedures are followed when transporting food.
- Ensure all incoming items are sorted, dated, stored, and stocked to shelves and coolers using FIFO rotation.
- Assist training all assigned volunteers in receiving tasks.
- Contact 3rd parties for pickup of food waste products and wooden pallets.
- Drive box truck for food pickups as necessary.
2. Ensure Food Pantry receiving area is operated safely and efficiently inclusive of:
- Review and implement warehouse processes to make sure that operations are running efficiently.
- Review safety practices and processes for receiving donations and update as necessary.
- Maintain a neat, hazard-free work environment; watch for slips, trips, and falls hazards and transport all trash to outside containers.
- At the beginning of each day, record the temperature of each refrigerator/freezer on the corresponding temperature log.
- Maintain storage space by checking dates and distributing the food that is nearest to expiration.
3. Monitor KCM box truck and lifts for regular maintenance and fuel/gas levels.
4. Obtain and maintain Food Handler Certification.
5. Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements:Qualifications/Skills:
1. Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
2. Ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment
3. Valid Driver’s License required, with the ability to drive a box truck
4. Forklift and stock picker certification preferred
5. Strong multitasking ability
6. Effective verbal and written communication skills
7. Excellent organizational skills
8. High School Diploma or GED
9. Warehouse experience is an asset
Katy Christian Ministries is an Equal Employment Opportunity Organization. Employee is subject to background check and drug screening as mandated by company policy.
Candidate is subject to frequent driving, physical movement such as walking and bending. Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
