Food Pantry Runner

SUMMARY: The Food Pantry Runner is a full-time position working 8:30am – 4:30pm weekdays. The Food Pantry Runner will assist in overseeing the functioning of the New Bethany Choice Food Pantry and serves as a guide and direct contact for all those using the services of the organization’s hospitality services.

ACCOUNTABILITY: The Food Pantry Runner is accountable to the Director of Food Access or the Southside Drop-in Center Coordinator in their absence.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet clients as they arrive and check on clients as they shop to make sure their needs are being met with respect compassion and dignity
• Prepare and distribute consumer’s food selections
• Keep daily records (computer-based) of emergency food baskets for use as needed
• Coordinate the day-to-day activities of cleaning, filing, and data entry
• Assist with all operations of the food pantry, not limited to, stocking shelves, receiving all food donations, and baked good deliveries
• Demonstrate a professional demeanor in all interactions with clients, volunteers, and colleagues
• Perform the procedures and guidelines that are required for all USDA sites
• In conjunction with the Director of Food Access, provide supervision and training for all functions of food pantry operations, including set-up, volunteer management, intake, inventory control and clean up
• Handle stewardship of gifts to pantry; Accept & track in-kind donations and complete donation receipts
• Submit monthly volunteer and donation report to Director of Food Access Fill in for Truck Driver, or other food service staff as needed
• Ensure that the program area is maintained in a clean and orderly manner; Promote and achieve a positive work environment
• Complete Satisfaction Surveys as needed
• Attend professional development training and/or cross-train as requested
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• translation services (preferred but not required)
• Employee must be computer literate and have experience with databases and preparation of reports.
• Knowledge about nutrition, food items and cooking a large volume of food.
• Good writing and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work pleasantly and compassionately with all types of people.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to manage challenging situations and crises, work independently and collaboratively.
• Must have a valid PA license and ability to drive small box truck and van

GENERAL: This full-time position begins at $17 per hour. New Bethany is an independent organization not affiliated with any faith or religion. Our organization takes pride in offering safe and welcoming space. Please send a cover letter and resume to J. Marc Rittle, Executive Director, at jmrittle@newbethany.org.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17