Food Pantry Coordinator - Joliet, United States - Spanish Community Center

Spanish Community Center

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Joliet, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

POSITION:
Food Pantry Coordinator

STATUS:
Part-Time

CLASSIFICATION:
Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:
Food Pantry Manager

MINIMUM PAY RATE:
$17/hour

***: Under the guidance of the Food Pantry Manager, the Food Pantry Coordinator supports the operations of the food pantry through a variety of tasks, including but not limited to supervision volunteers, purchasing and restocking of food pantry items, cost and quality control, and monthly statistics and reports.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Unload, sort, and stock food received from the Northern Illinois Food Bank (NIFB) and other vendors
Place food orders consistent with identified needs and demands
Recruit, train, schedule and supervise food pantry volunteers
Facilitate participation in the Direct Connect Program; drive SCC's vehicle, as needed, to pick up food from local retailers
Assist with monitoring and maintaining food pantry equipment for proper and safe operation
Foster positive relationships with NIFB representatives and attend required meetings
Oversee routine maintenance checks and activities
Complete intakes and update client information using the Link2Feed database
Ensure the successful execution of bilingual nutrition classes through the review of curriculum, strategized outreach and direct support to the instructor
Maintain all necessary records including donation and disbursement receipts, volunteer logs, etc.
Complete monthly and quarterly reports in compliance with mandates set forth by the agency, vendors and grantors
Prepare community service letters for students and courtmandated volunteers; collaborate with school administrators and parole officers
Maintain organized and updated information required for food safety compliance
Perform other duties as assigned or needed

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or equivalent
Fluent in reading, writing and speaking in Spanish
Two (2) years of experience in a social services or related agency
Experience operating warehouse equipment, pallet jack and/or driving company vehicle preferred
High degree of cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively with families from diverse racial, socioeconomic, ethnic and educational backgrounds
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Must have Illinois Food Manager Certification

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday; 9am-5pm

Evenings and weekends as needed

Job Type:
Part-time

Pay:
From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours:
No more than 35 per week

Benefits: