What are the responsibilities and job description for the Feed the Kids: Route Staff position at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory?
There are thousands of children who rely on free or reduced lunch during the school year, and when school ends many would go hungry without help. Feed The Kids is a 10-week summer meals program for children living in Milwaukee's underserved neighborhoods. About 1,500 meals are distributed Monday-Friday, June-August, to 21 different neighborhoods, parks, and street corners on Milwaukee's north and south side. The meal consists of a sandwich, fruit, snack, and juice or water. The Salvation Army has provided more than 2 million meals through the Feed The Kids program since 1990. If you want to help make a difference help cure hunger this summer, apply now!
This is a seasonal position. Employment dates are from June 17, through August 22, 2025; Monday through Friday; 9:30 am - 2:30 pm. (Times may be adjusted due to work volume.)
The Feed the Kids Route Staff will assist the Team Leader/Driver in the distribution of meals to established sites and to participate in the mission and ministry outreach during route stops.
About the role:
- Under the supervision of the Team Leader/Driver, assist in the development and implementation of mission minded service.
- Assist with the loading of meals and supplies into the van.
- Assist Team Leader/Driver Monday - Friday to distribute meals to established distribution sites.
- Be responsible for properly distributing meals at congregate meal sites, respectfully greeting clients, and participating in mission/ministry opportunities. Ensuring that children age 18 and under consume the meal at the location and do not take it with them.
- Assist with unloading and cleaning of meal containers and supplies upon return to the distribution center.
- To assist in cleaning the van at the end of each day.
- Assist with meal assembly and food preparation area cleaning, when necessary.
- Work together with all staff and volunteers associated with the Feed the Kids program.
- Act in a manner consistent with The Salvation Army Mission Statement, to ensure effective delivery of meals and fulfilling the mission of the program.
- To report any incidences that may occur on the route.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
