Food Pantry Coordinator

The Salvation Army; Honesdale (Wayne County); On-site; USD 15,343 - 21,852; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Employer funded Pension Plan

Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Honesdale seeks a part-time Food Pantry Coordinator to oversee daily operations of the Food Pantry. Responsibilities include volunteer recruitment, food ordering, client management, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership, communication skills, and a compassionate approach to serving families. This fulfilling role offers a starting salary of $13.50 per hour and a meaningful opportunity to support the community.

Qualifications

• Good leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Compassion and interest in meeting the needs of individuals and families.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Honesdale Food Pantry.
• Manage volunteer recruitment and training.
• Coordinate food ordering and distribution.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Record maintenance

Compassion

Job description

Food Pantry Coordinator

Department: Service Extension

Location: The Salvation Army - Honesdale (Wayne County), PA Service Center

Availability: Immediate

Schedule: Part Time + (up to 29 hrs/week)

Reporting Relationship: Assigned Regional Manager

Salary/Grade: $13.50 per hour; 72NE

Benefits

• Generous paid time off every year that includes holidays, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
• Most importantly, a job with a good purpose!

Position Overview

The Food Pantry Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Honesdale Food Pantry and supporting seasonal programs. This role includes volunteer recruitment and training, client intake and record management, coordination of food ordering and distribution, and compliance with reporting and safety requirements. The position also supports Emergency Disaster Service efforts throughout Wayne County, while upholding the mission and values of The Salvation Army.

Position Description

This position manages all aspects of the Honesdale Food Pantry, including volunteer coordination, food inventory and ordering through Second Harvest Food Bank, client intake, and secure recordkeeping. The coordinator attends and helps lead Food Pantry Committee meetings, maintains volunteer schedules and activity logs, and prepares required monthly statistical reports. The role also assists with seasonal programs such as the Red Kettle Campaign, Angel Tree, Camp recruitment, and Back-to-School initiatives. In addition, the position supports recruitment and training for the Wayne County Emergency Disaster Team and ensures organizational compliance with mandated reporter responsibilities, child protection clearances, and vehicle safety requirements.

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.

Requirements

• Good leadership and communication skills
• Ability to maintain records.
• Compassion and interest in meeting the needs of families and individuals and families with confidentiality.
• Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Law requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and PA DHS Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check. Additionally, completion of a Pennsylvania approved Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training is necessary prior to employment.
• Must understand and support the Mission of The Salvation Army.