Food Pantry Coordinator (50036)

WestCare Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

WestCare Foundation in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Part-Time Food Pantry Coordinator to oversee food drive and community meal program activities for the assigned area.

You will manage pantry operations, coordinate food pickup and delivery, ensure health and safety standards, and maintain proper storage. The role requires a High School Diploma, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills; Serve Safe certification is preferred. Travel up to 50% and day shifts are involved.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Serve Safe Certification strongly preferred; certification will be given preference to candidates.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain WestCare Foundation vehicle insurance is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees food pantry operations including pick-up and delivery of food to the agency.
• Prepares requisitions for food and commodities; receives and stores deliveries.
• Assists with gathering food from different locations for the pantry site.
• Maintains health standards, cleanliness, and sanitation, including wearing hairnets/caps.
• Ensures equipment operates properly and temperatures meet standards.
• Remains aware of fire and safety hazards and reports maintenance needs.
• Embraces WestCare Foundation's mission and goals.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Professional demeanor

Diversity awareness

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Details: Milwaukee - 2821 N Vel R Phillips Ave - Milwaukee, WI 53212; Position Type: Part Time; Education Level: High School; Salary Range: $12.00 - $12.00 Hourly; Travel Percentage: Up to 50%; Job Shift: Day; Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services.

Position Summary

The Food Pantry Coordinator oversees food drive and community meal program activities for the area to which they are assigned.

Essential Job Functions

• Oversees food pantry operations including pick-up and delivery to the agency of food for the food pantry;
• Prepares requisitions for food and commodities as needed, and receives and properly stores all deliveries;
• Assists with gathering food from different locations to bring to the pantry site;
• Maintains high health standards, cleanliness, and sanitation, including the wearing of hairnets and/or caps at all times within food pantry area;
• Maintains kitchen, pantry, and food storage environments that are in compliance with Health Department standards;
• Ensures that equipment is in good operating condition and that the temperatures are within proper standards;
• Remains aware of fire and safety hazards and report repair/maintenance needs;
• Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Serve Safe Certification strongly preferred; Preference will be given to certified candidates;
• Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience and Competencies

• At least one (1) year of experience working with food, either in a kitchen or restaurant setting is required;
• Previous experience working with food in a community or food pantry setting is preferred;
• Ability to communicate effectively in order to relay information to others is required;
• Professional appearance and demeanor required;
• Ability to relate well with a diversity of ages and cultural backgrounds;
• Experience in working with high-risk youth and their families preferred;
• Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred;
• Must be sensitive to populations served.

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in an outdoor/indoor food pantry setting;
• Travel between multiple locations will be required;
• Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.