What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Pantry Associate position at St. Vincent de Paul District Council of Cincinnati?
Food Pantry Associate
St. Vincent de Paul – Cincinnati (SVDP) has served residents of greater Cincinnati for over 150 years with basic needs such as food, medicine, and homelessness prevention through its outreach center in the West End and through fifty-six parish-based volunteer Conferences (chapters). SVDP provides holistic direct assistance and systemic change services while treating neighbors in need with dignity, and compassion. At St. Vincent de Paul, diversity is a fact and inclusion an act. Every person is valued and made to feel that they belong.
Scope of Position:
This position is responsible for supporting our Council’s food assistance as well as providing logistical support to the Outreach Center Program team. This position will contribute to the daily operations of the Neyer Outreach Center’s (NOC) processing center and food pantry. The role is full-time Tuesday-Saturday with Sundays and Mondays off. The typical schedule will be 8am-5pm (with a half hour lunch) Tuesday-Friday and 8am-2pm on Saturdays. This team member must consistently model the mission and values of St. Vincent de Paul.
Job Responsibilities:
Support daily operations in the NOC processing center and Catino Choice Food Pantry
Job Responsibilities:
Support daily operations in the NOC processing center and Catino Choice Food Pantry
- Provide support during set up and close down of pantry operations
- Shop with neighbors in the Catino Choice pantry
- Process food donations
- Work with volunteers in pantry tasks
- Assist in collecting, recording, and reporting pantry data.
- Keep Pantry clean and organized
- Stock Shelves in Pantry
Other:
- Participate in staff meetings and trainings as schedule allows
- Other tasks and duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or its equivalent required
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Flexibility and a willingness to help where needed
- Ability to problem solve
- Planning and organizational skills
- Basic computer skills, including the use of Microsoft office products
- Desire to serve our neighbors and carry out the mission of SVDP
- Ability to pass a background check
- At least 18 years of age
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to speak, hear, and engage in effective interaction, both in person and over the phone
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul-Cincinnati District Council provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, St. Vincent de Paul complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
