What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Pantry Manager position at The Corner Food Pantry?
Position Description:
The Corner Food Pantry in Lakeville, Connecticut seeks to hire a part-time Food Pantry Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the food pantry, ensuring a welcoming, respectful and efficient distribution of food and non-food items to clients in need. The mission of The Corner Food Pantry is to provide healthy food to residents of Northwest Connecticut, Southwestern Massachusetts and the Hudson Valley area of New York State without regard to income, residency or other status. The pantry offers its program free-of-charge to all participants. To further the pantry’s goals the ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, compassionate and capable of working in a dynamic, service-oriented environment.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Oversee food pantry operations, including food distribution/menu development, inventory & supplies tracking; maintain records regarding food orders and maintenance needs
- Maintain a clean, safe and organized pantry environment in compliance with local health regulations and food safety standards, including scheduling regular facility cleaning
- Coordinate and order regular food and non-food items for the pantry including: purchasing, pick-up, delivery and restocking
- Schedule & communicate with community partners and with volunteer coordinator to assist with pantry operations & ensure adequate coverage for shifts
- Assist clients with dignity, maintaining confidentiality & cultural sensitivity
- Ensure fair & equitable distribution of food and non-food items to client families
- Maintain relationships with local food banks, grocery stores & farms
- Coordinate food drive pickups and deliveries
- Maintain inventory & distribution data
- Report regularly to the Board of Directors and provide info as requested.
- Other duties as required
Qualifications Required/Preferred
- High School diploma & valid CT driver’s license required
- Strong organizational & communication skills
- Strong ability to manage multiple tasks & prioritize effectively
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office products
- Perform physical tasks associated with food pantry work, including lifting up to 50 lbs
- Experience in customer service and working with or as a volunteer a plus
- Certification in food safety a plus
- Bilingual in Spanish a plus
- Position requires approximately 15 hours/week including Saturday mornings & occasional holidays. Some work can be performed remotely.
- Salary is $20-25.00/hour depending on experience.
To apply, send a cover letter, resume and 3 references to contact@thecornerfoodpantry.org
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lakeville, CT 06039
Salary : $20 - $25