Food Pantry Operations Specialist

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Alma (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a Food Pantry Assistant to support daily pantry operations, stock shelves, and prepare client food orders. You will work closely with volunteers to maintain orderly storage areas and ensure safe handling of food items.

Responsibilities include unloading and organizing donations, tracking inventory, and helping clients receive appropriate food based on household size.

Qualifications

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

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food safety guidelines when handling food items, determines shelf life of products and repacks items; disposes of outdated items as necessary; records refrigerator and freezer temperatures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 requestedEnsures 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

Skills

Inventory management

Food handling

Customer service

Basic reading & math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a Food Pantry Assistant to support daily pantry operations, stock shelves, and prepare client food orders. You will work closely with volunteers to maintain orderly storage areas and ensure safe handling of food items.

Responsibilities include unloading and organizing donations, tracking inventory, and helping clients receive appropriate food based on household size.