What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver/Food Pantry Worker-11-170- SC/ Ventura Corps position at The Salvation Army Southern CA Division?
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Position Summary
The Salvation Army Ventura Corps is looking for a part-time Driver/Food Pantry Worker to pick up donated goods and assist in the food pantry and food distributions.
Essential Functions
Responsibilities
- Responsible for driving a Salvation Army vehicle to pick up and deliver donated goods on scheduled days; loading, unloading the items and separating donated goods.
- Act as personal representative of The Salvation Army to ensure that all clients are treated courteously. Immediately report any problem at pick-ups to direct supervisor.
- Assist with the distribution of food boxes by working directly with the Food Pantry Coordinator and distributing appropriately sized food boxes to clients and families of various sizes.
- Work with the Food Pantry Coordinator by helping keep the food pantry clean and neat, rotating stock on a regular basis. Help keep all freezers and coolers at proper temperatures and maintain regular cleaning schedules.
- Help the food pantry by maintaining a clean and organized working area and assist as needed.
- Catalog all items received in the food pantry. This includes, but not limited to: donations given through Gifts-In¬ Kind, deliveries through Food Bank, Sysco and donations through local retail stores, community churches, schools and organization.
- Help keep records of all incoming donated goods and complete all reporting documents as required.
- Other driving duties during the Holiday Season.
Working Conditions
Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinets drawers and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
- Must Be at Least 21 years old
- Valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record
- Must pass fleet driving test as required by The Salvation Army policy.
- Background check required
- Must have or obtain Food Handlers certificate within 30 days of employment.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Ability to drive a van and box truck.
- Knowledge of the assigned geographical area.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with the public and community agencies.
- Customer orientation and ability to adapt/respond to different types of characters
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively with co-workers and volunteers.
- Must have good communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to prepare accurate and complete records, reports, and statistics.
Experience
Required- Ability to drive a van and box truck.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Must have or obtain Food Handlers certificate within 30 days of employment.
- Must Be at Least 21 years old
Education
Required- High School or Equivalent or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Driver's License
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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