What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Pantry Coordinator position at WESTCARE INC?
Job Details
Job Location: Milwaukee - 335 W Wright - Milwaukee, WI
Position Type: Part Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: $12.00 - $12.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: Up to 50%
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
Position Summary:
The Food Pantry Coordinator oversees food drive and community meal program activities for the area to which they are assigned. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.
Essential Job Functions:
- Oversees food pantry operations including pick-up and delivery to the agency of food for the food pantry;
- Prepares requisitions for food and commodities as needed, and receives and properly stores all deliveries;
- Assists with gathering food from different locations to bring to the pantry site;
- Maintains high health standards, cleanliness, and sanitation, including the wearing of hairnets and/or caps at all times within food pantry area;
- Maintains kitchen, pantry, and food storage environments that are in compliance with Health Department standards;
- Ensures that equipment is in good operating condition and that the temperatures are within proper standards;
- Remains aware of fire and safety hazards and report repair/maintenance needs;
- Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;
- Performs any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Certifications/Licensures:
- Serve Safe Certification strongly preferred; Preference will be given to certified candidates;
- Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience and Competencies:
- At least one (1) year of experience working with food, either in a kitchen or restaurant setting is required;
- Previous experience working with food in a community or food pantry setting is preferred;
- Ability to communicate effectively in order to relay information to others is required;
- Professional appearance and demeanor required;
- Ability to relate well with a diversity of ages and cultural backgrounds;
- Experience in working with high-risk youth and their families preferred;
- Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred;
- Must be sensitive to populations served.
Working Conditions:
- Work is primarily performed in an outdoor/indoor food pantry setting;
- Travel between multiple locations will be required;
- Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.
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