Food Pantry Worker Job New York New York USA,Social Work

Description

We are Hiring!

Job Posting: FOOD PANTRY WORKER

Location: 932 West River Rd, Nichols, NY
Employment Type: Part Time 24 HRS

Salary: $16.50 an hour

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga’s Mission is to support all people in need and advocate for social justice and human dignity. We envision a just and compassionate community rooted in love and the dignity of all people. Our objectives are to address the needs of the community’s most vulnerable people and to challenge conditions causing poverty and despair.

We support all people in need. All means all. We help people regardless of their religion, beliefs, race, ethnicity, or gender identity.

We want our staff to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We encourage you to be yourself, because everyone else is already taken!

If you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!

General Description:

To ensure that the Tioga Pantry is organized, clean and stocked with food. Greet consumers in a warm and friendly manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Greets consumers in a warm and friendly manner.
Helps consumers, if needed, to get their food to their car.
Works with individuals with disabilities in the pantry doing volunteer work.
Takes at least weekly inventory of food on back shelves, skids and in appliances.
Works with supervisor on the ordering of food.
Develops and implement plan for unloading and storage of food shipments.
Defrosts freezers, as needed.
Shifts cases of food in the pantry to allow older food to be upfront on shelves, skids, fridge, and newer food in the back.
Assists in food deliveries.
Helps pick up food reserve when needed.
Maintains daily cleanliness of floors, shelves, all appliances-inside and out, carts, coolers, ice mats, bins and baskets.
Completes daily temperature logs notifying the supervisor immediately if appliances are not in working order.
Posts expiration information for all food groups.
Checks daily for spoiled food and dispose of, as necessary.
Arranges pantry shelves to encourage the selection of healthier and nutritious food choices.
Ensures all cold foods are listed daily on the white board.
Attends staff meetings and other agency functions.
Completes other duties as assigned.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform other related duties as required.

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Requirements

Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma

Credentials: Valid NY State Driver License and access to a reliable vehicle

Experience: Previous experience working in a food industry preferred. Relevant years of experience and education will be considered

Top Benefits and Perks:

Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan
Generous time off package and work-life balance
Comprehensive benefits package
Supportive and collaborative environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives

Join us and help make a positive impact in our community!

Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet