Food Bank Assistant

Jewish Family Service is a 134-year-old non-profit organization providing social services to individuals and families in the Jewish and greater communities of the Puget Sound region. We help people achieve well-being, health and stability. For more information about JFS, please visit www.jfsseattle.org

We are currently seeking a Food Bank Assistant to join our Food Access Services team. The Food Bank Assistant plays a vital role in our food access programs which include the Polack Food Bank, Food Bank Home Delivery, monthly Eastside Food Bank, and newly developing projects. This position is involved in major events such as the Annual Food Drive/Food Sort and holiday programs. Work is performed primarily in the Seattle office. Heavy lifting is required daily and ability and willingness to drive a commercial type van are necessary duties of the position.

We welcome and encourage you to apply if you feel connected to JFS’ mission. While Jewish values and history guide us, we recognize that our work is best accomplished through the collaboration of individuals from a variety of cultures, skills, and perspectives. If you meet most of the position qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive and unpack food deliveries which requires being able to lift and move 50 pounds of product throughout daily shift
• Restock, clean, and organize food bank as needed
• Make deliveries and pick up product within Seattle-Bellevue area by driving commercial van
• Staff food bank during distribution hours, assisting with set-up, client check-in, and customer service to clients
• Provides oversight and direction for volunteers at various sites
• Engage with food bank clients and volunteers in a warm and friendly manner, providing support to struggling clients
• Approaches community members with compassion and models trauma informed care
• De-escalate altercations and conflicts as needed
• Inputs client information into Salesforce database
• Participates in special projects such as food drives, packaging events, and other activities
• Provides weekend staffing for home delivery program, gleaning, and some special events
• Participates in team discussions and contributes to food bank’s evolution, including pilot projects such as online ordering
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in social service setting desired
• Ability to safely lift 50 lbs repeatedly
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent conflict management, written and oral skills
• Highly organized, detailed, and flexible
• Must be comfortable working with people from diverse backgrounds and familiar or interested in the issues of hunger and homelessness in Seattle
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• WA State Driver’s License and ability and willingness to drive a commercial style van
• WA State Food Handler’s Permit (can be obtained post-hire)
• Fluency in Mandarin a plus
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Outlook, Word, and Excel; ability and interest in learning Salesforce database

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

The pay for this position is $27.06 - $33.08 an hour.

• This position includes the following benefits:
• 100% employer-paid premiums for employee medical and employee assistance program.
• Generous sick time.
• Paid Federal holidays.
• JFS values and provides opportunities for continued growth and learning for all team members.

Please submit both a cover letter and resume

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

EEO/Disabled/Vets

Pay: $27.06 - $33.08 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to drive a commercial type van? No CDL required.
• This role requires repeatedly being able to lift 50lbs of product throughout the work day. Are you able to fulfil this job requirement?

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $27 - $33