Food Bank Associate

Cac Hc; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CAC Benefits

Job summary

Community Action Council of Howard County (CAC) is seeking a Food Bank Associate to support food distribution, storage, and outreach within the CAC Food Bank. You will operate a box truck, inspect food quality, manage inventory, and assist clients during distribution.

You will also coordinate volunteers, ensure facility safety, and participate in ongoing trainings to strengthen service to the community. This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and attention to regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass the D.O.T. medical exam.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, with occasional flexibility.
• Proficiency in using Office suite programs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and speak English.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate a box truck to transport donated and purchased food products to the Food Bank.
• Safely store food products in compliance with health department regulations and inspect food for quality.
• Stock shelves, rotate food products, and maintain an accurate inventory.
• Ensure the Food Bank facility meets all regulatory standards, including cleaning and maintenance of vehicles.
• Distribute TEFAP foods to Partner Pantries and assist clients during distribution.
• Lead and communicate effectively with volunteers.
• Provide support to clients during distribution, assisting them to their vehicles.
• Attend in-service training and staff meetings for professional development.
• Collaborate with staff, volunteers, and clients to achieve CAC’s mission.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid Driver’s License

English proficiency

Teamwork

Time management

Organization

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office suite (MS Office)

Box truck operation

Pallet jack

Job description

Who We Are
At the Community Action Council of Howard County (CAC), we have a mission to diminish poverty and enable self-sufficiency for all Howard County individuals, families, and children in need. We take action towards this mission by focusing on four critical services: housing assistance, food assistance, energy and weatherization assistance, and early childhood education. CAC impacts our local society by changing lives and helping create a pathway through and out of poverty or just providing a hand up when one is needed.

Who We Are
At the Community Action Council of Howard County (CAC), we have a mission to diminish poverty and enable self-sufficiency for all Howard County individuals, families, and children in need. We take action towards this mission by focusing on four critical services: housing assistance, food assistance, energy and weatherization assistance, and early childhood education. CAC impacts our local society by changing lives and helping create a pathway through and out of poverty or just providing a hand up when one is needed.
Who You Are
As a Food Bank Associate at CAC, you are a dedicated professional committed to providing essential food assistance to individuals and families facing economic challenges with compassion and respect. Your role is crucial in ensuring the proper collection, storage, and distribution of food to our community members, fostering relationships with donors, and maintaining high standards of safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Transportation and Collection: Operate a box truck to transport donated and purchased food products to the Food Bank.
• Food Storage and Inspection: Safely store food products in compliance with health department regulations and inspect food for quality upon receipt.
• Inventory Management: Stock shelves, rotate food products, and maintain an accurate inventory.
• Facility Maintenance: Ensure the Food Bank facility meets all regulatory standards, including cleaning the building and maintaining vehicles.
• Distribution: Distribute TEFAP foods to Partner Pantries and assist clients during food distribution.
• Volunteer Coordination: Lead and communicate effectively with various groups of volunteers.
• Client Support: Provide support to clients during distribution, assisting them in the Marketplace and to their vehicles.
• Professional Development: Attend and participate in in-service training, staff meetings, and other activities to facilitate professional development.
• Collaboration: Work cooperatively with staff, volunteers, and clients to achieve CAC's mission.
• Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Community Action Council of Howard County is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to pass the D.O.T. medical exam.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, with occasional flexibility.
• Proficiency in using Office suite programs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and speak English.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations.
• Experience using a pallet jack.
• Experience operating a 16-foot box truck.

What We Offer: CAC Benefits
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