Campus Pantry Assistant

Bennett College; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Bennett College seeks a Campus Pantry Assistant to support daily pantry operations as part of federal work study. The role focuses on welcoming students, keeping the pantry organized, and promoting food security and dignity on campus.

Responsibilities include opening/closing shifts, greeting students, stocking items, maintaining records, handling donations, and reporting safety concerns while upholding confidentiality and an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student enrolled in the federal work study program.
• Ability to commit to scheduled shifts (evenings and weekends may be required).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; provide respectful, nonjudgmental service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with opening and closing the pantry during shifts.
• Greet and assist students, providing a welcoming environment.
• Monitor and track pantry usage with accurate records.
• Organize, stock, and inventory pantry items; maintain cleanliness.
• Assist with receiving, sorting, and storing donations.
• Support outreach and awareness efforts about pantry services.
• Report maintenance, safety, or supply concerns to supervising staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect pantry users’ privacy.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by pantry staff.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Education

Federal Work-Study student

Job description

The Campus Pantry Assistant is a federal work study position that supports the daily operations of the campus food pantry. This role helps ensure that the pantry is welcoming, organized, and accessible to students while promoting food security and dignity within the campus community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with opening and closing the pantry during assigned shifts.
• Greet and assist students, providing a welcoming and respectful environment.
• Monitor and track pantry usage, maintaining accurate records as directed.
• Organize, stock, and inventory pantry items, ensuring cleanliness and order.
• Assist with receiving, sorting, and storing donations.
• Support outreach and awareness efforts about pantry services.
• Report maintenance, safety, or supply concerns to supervising staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of pantry users.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by pantry staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a current student enrolled in the federal work study program and in good academic standing.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to commit to scheduled shifts (evenings and weekends may be required).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide respectful, nonjudgmental service.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Professionalism, respect for confidentiality, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive campus environment.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Shifts vary based on pantry operating hours and student availability.
• Hours are contingent upon federal work study award allocation and student class schedule.

COMPENSATION

Hourly rate based on federal work study guidelines.