College Work Study Student- The Healthy Market Pantry

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

City Colleges of Chicago offers Federal Work Study opportunities at the Harold Washington Campus Health Market Pantry. Students gain hands‑on experience in food assistance programs, while earning for education and living expenses.

Typical duties include stock/organizing pantry items, assisting visitors, and answering questions. Positions are part‑time, with a maximum of 20 hours per week and on‑campus scheduling.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and be eligible to work in the United States.
• Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago.
• Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre‑credit or credit classes.
• Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students).
• Applicants must not be current Full or Part‑time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago.
• Maximum of 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assists Healthy Market Food Pantry staff in the day‑to‑day functions of the Food Pantry and other food support programs.
• Assists in stocking and organizing pantry shelves, refrigerators, and freezers with packaged food, produce, and other items.
• Helps unload and unpack food deliveries using carts or dollies.
• Follows basic food safety and cleanliness guidelines.
• Greets pantry visitors and helps check them in for food distribution.
• Answers basic questions in person or by phone about pantry services and events.
• Assists with other food and basic needs related initiatives.

Skills

Customer service

Professionalism

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Enrolled in minimum 6 semester hours

Job description

FEDERAL WORK STUDY – THE HEALTHY MARKET PANTRY

HAROLD WASHINGTON CAMPUS – OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.

The Federal Work Study Program (FWS) is a federally-funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part‑time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education’s regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.

Primary Objective

The FWS program encourages students to gain experience in their prospective fields by placing them in areas and departments aligned with their area of study whenever possible. Students are able to use their wages towards educational and living expenses.

FWS jobs are available in areas such as academic departments, laboratories, libraries, administrative offices, student centers and several off‑campus locations.

Essential Duties

• Assists Healthy Market Food Pantry staff in the day‑to‑day functions of the Food Pantry and other food support programs.
• Assists in stocking and organizing pantry shelves, refrigerators, and freezers with packaged food, produce, and other items.
• Helps unload and unpack food deliveries using carts or dollies.
• Follows basic food safety and cleanliness guidelines.
• Greets pantry visitors and helps check them in for food distribution.
• Answers basic questions in person or by phone about pantry services and events.
• Assists with other food and basic needs related initiatives.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The job requires lifting, bending, carrying, unloading, and moving of food items. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. in the performance of duties.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and be eligible to work in the United States.
• Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago.
• Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre‑credit or credit classes.
• Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students).
• Applicants must be in good standing no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions.
• Applicants must not be current Full or Part‑time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago.
• Enrolled Freshmen may work during the break prior to attending the next school term.
• All positions are employment at‑will.
• Maximum of 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Previous relevant work experience desirable but not required.
• Must be able to work flexible hours as needed
• Must demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and strong customer service skills in all interactions
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully in a culturally diverse environment, fostering inclusivity and collaboration.

Salary Range: $17.05 per hour

Offered rate will be determined based on whether assigned location is on campus or off campus.

City Colleges of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.