Food Pantry Assistant

tsainternal; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits (AFLAC)

Pension contributions (6%) after 1st q

403(b) retirement savings plan

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Birthday off with pay

Job summary

The Salvation Army Food Pantry Assistant supports pantry operations by stocking storage areas, packing client orders, and maintaining cleanliness of all pantry spaces and equipment.

The role includes handling food items per safety guidelines, assisting recipients with their orders, and guiding volunteers to ensure smooth operation. Training in Safe From Harm is required, with emphasis on ethics and professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic reading and math skills required.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Learn and adhere to The Salvation Army Social Services Code of Ethics.
• Complete Safe From Harm training and keep current as needed.

Responsibilities

• Stock pantry areas using supplies from storage, donations, etc.
• Unload, sort, and store food orders in designated areas.
• Maintain proper inventory levels and records of pantry items.
• Follow food safety guidelines and monitor shelf life, temperatures.
• Provide food orders to recipients based on household size and dietary needs.
• Assist recipients with carrying food items to vehicles as requested.
• Keep pantry area clean and organized; handle waste and break down boxes.
• Provide guidance to pantry volunteers as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic reading

Math skills

Lifting up to 75 pounds

Professional boundaries adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Job description

The Salvation Army Food Pantry Assistant supports the functioning of the pantry by stocking pantry storage areas, packing food orders for clients, maintaining cleanliness of all storage areas and equipment, and assisting with the acquisition of food items.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Ensures pantry area is fully stocked using supplies from storage areas, donation drop offs, etc.
• Unloads, sorts, and stores food orders, ensuring items are well organized and stored in designated areas
• Maintains proper inventory levels and records of pantry items
• Utilizes food safety guidelines when handling food items, determines shelf life of products and repacks items; disposes of outdated items as necessary; records refrigerator and freezer temperatures
• Provides food pantry recipients with food orders based on their household size that meet their dietary needs
• Assists recipients with bringing food items to vehicles as requested
• Ensures general upkeep and cleanliness of pantry area by sweeping, wiping surfaces, removing trash, and breaking down boxes
• Provides guidance to food pantry volunteers as requested
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED (preferred)
• Basic reading and math skills

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Learn and adhere to The Salvation Army Social Services Code of Ethics
• Understand and adhere to professional boundaries within and outside of the organization
• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

The Salvation Army offers the following benefits:

• Health Care Benefits which include:
  • AFLAC
  • Voluntary life insurance benefits
• Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
  • Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
• The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off which includes:
  • Sick days begin accruing the first of the month following 30 days of employment and you may begin to use accrued sick days once available.
  • Up to (6) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
  • Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment.
  • The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
  • You will receive up to 2 personal days per year based on date of hire.
  • Birthday off with pay.
  • Paid holidays are effective immediately

Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.