| Location | Mesa, AZ |
The Food Pantry Worker at a community college plays a vital role in addressing food inequity among students, faculty, and staff. This position involves managing daily operations of the campus food pantry, ensuring that food distribution is conducted efficiently, respectfully, and in accordance with all safety and health guidelines. The Food Pantry Worker provides essential support to individuals facing food insecurity, contributes to the overall well-being of the college community, and promotes awareness of food equity issues.
Essential Functions
Assist in the daily operations of the food pantry, including opening, closing, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the space.
Stock shelves, rotate inventory, and manage food donations to ensure that all items are fresh and safe for consumption.
Conduct regular inventory checks and assist with inventory management to maintain adequate supplies.
Welcome and assist clients in a respectful and non-judgmental manner, ensuring they feel comfortable and supported.
Help clients select food items based on their needs and preferences, while providing information about nutritional options.
Maintain confidentiality and privacy of all clients accessing the food pantry services.
Maintain accurate records of food distribution, client interactions, and inventory levels.
Assist in compiling data for reports on pantry usage and client demographics as required by the college or external funding sources.
Support the recruitment, training, and supervision of volunteers who assist with food pantry operations.
Ensure that volunteers understand their roles and responsibilities and follow established procedures and guidelines.
Participate in outreach activities to raise awareness about the food pantry and issues of food inequity within the college community.
Provide information and resources to clients about additional support services available on campus and in the community.
Assist in organizing and delivering workshops or informational sessions on topics such as nutrition, budgeting, and healthy eating.
Follow all health and safety guidelines related to food storage, handling, and distribution.
Ensure the food pantry operates in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Work collaboratively with other campus departments, student organizations, and external partners to enhance food pantry services and support.
Participate in meetings and training sessions as required to stay informed about best practices and policies related to food insecurity and pantry management.
Performs other duties as assigned.