Food Pantry Worker & Community Driver

Community Action Partnership of Providence County; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Partnership of Providence County seeks a Food Pantry Worker & Community Driver to support PVDCAP Food Pantry operations and provide safe, reliable transportation to clients. Responsibilities include homebound deliveries, donation pickups, pantry stocking, inventory support, and emergency food response, all while upholding dignity, customer service, and food safety.

Candidates should have a Rhode Island driver’s license, be able to lift 50 pounds, and be able to work

Qualifications

• Valid Rhode Island Driver’s License with a clean driving record and ability to safely operate a 15-passenger van

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of PVDCAP Food Pantry.
• Provide safe, reliable transportation and timely delivery services to clients.
• Conduct homebound food deliveries for clients.
• Coordinate donation pickups and drop-offs.
• Respond to emergency food needs as required.
• Stock pantry and assist with distribution and inventory.
• Maintain pantry operations with accuracy and cleanliness.
• Represent PVDCAP with dignity, excellent customer service, and professionalism.

Skills

Driver's license

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

GPS navigation

Documentation

Physical stamina

Confidentiality

Professional boundaries

Education

Food safety certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

GPS/navigation apps

Job description

Description

The Food Pantry Worker & Community Driver supports the daily operations of the PVDCAP Food Pantry while providing safe, reliable, and timely transportation and delivery services to clients. The position supports food access efforts through homebound food deliveries, donation pickups and drop-offs, emergency food response, pantry stocking and distribution, inventory support, and general pantry operations. The position represents PVDCAP in the community and is expected to promote client dignity, excellent customer service, food safety, cleanliness, reliability, and professionalism.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Rhode Island Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record and the ability to safely operate a 15-passenger van. A BCI/background criminal check is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact respectfully and professionally with clients, residents, volunteers, donors, vendors, and community partners, and to respond to inquiries and complaints effectively and discreetly.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize duties, meet deadlines, and respond appropriately to changing priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, follow written and verbal instructions, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and technology, including the ability to use GPS/navigation applications and complete required vehicle, delivery, inventory, and other documentation.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, pull, load, and unload materials weighing up to 50 pounds and perform the physical duties associated with food pantry and delivery operations.
• Previous experience in a food pantry, food distribution, warehouse, delivery, community service, or human services environment is preferred. Food safety certification or willingness to obtain certification is preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish skills are preferred.
• Current Criminal Background Investigation clearance
• Documentation establishing authorization to work in the United States, as required by law.