Food Security Associate

Library For Sto-Rox Inc; McKees Rocks (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Library For Sto-Rox Inc is looking for a Food Security Associate in McKees Rocks to assist with the pantry and food distribution for eligible recipients. Responsibilities include preparing the food pantry, directing food distributions, and assisting volunteers. Ideal candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Qualified individuals should have at least a high school diploma and clearances for working with children. Experience in a food pantry is preferred, and candidates must have a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and courteous demeanor.
• Ability to effectively interact with diverse clientele.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance and operation of the food pantry.
• Direct and assist in the distribution of food products.
• Oversee services provided by food pantry volunteers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

About Focus On Renewal:

The Focus on Renewal Sto-Rox Neighborhood Corporation (FOR) is an umbrella organization for much needed social services ranging from food security, nutrition, early-childhood education, support groups and mental health to arts programs for all ages and small business incubation.

Focus On Renewal employs 30+ staff at four locations throughout McKees Rocks and Stowe Townships. We work with a wide range of partners to ensure high-quality programming is accessible to all 13,000 residents of the Sto-Rox Community. Our mission states that Focus on Renewal’s programs and partnerships connect children, adults, and families with the relationships, resources, and opportunities needed to develop and sustain a thriving community.

Position Summary

The Food Security Associate will assist in the maintenance of the pantry and distribution of food to eligible recipients on a limited basis at the designated food distribution location. Activities will be limited to Wednesdays and Thursdays each week. The Food Pantry Associate may assist the Community Resource Center (CRC) staff with providing food services to CRC patrons.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Pick up food and other products from the regional food bank weekly, prior to food distribution.
• Prepare the food pantry for product distribution, i.e., bag paper products, organize the product based on expiration date, break down bulk produce, etc.
• Direct and assist in the distribution of food products and related goods to patrons during food pantry hours on Thursdays and Fridays each week
• Unload food donations from trucks and shelve products; rotate stock as necessary
• Assist, as necessary, in the inventory of product prior to placing orders with the regional food bank
• Assist in distributing senior food boxes and emergency food boxes as necessary

Additional Job Responsibilities

• Oversee services provided by food pantry volunteers
• Assist in serving food to CRC patrons as needed
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Act 33 and 34 clearances
• Strong interpersonal skills; courteous demeanor; ability to interact effectively with diverse clientele
• Ability to lift and move 50 pounds
• Neat and clean appearance
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of volunteers, partners, donors and patrons
• Valid driver’s license
• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a food pantry
• Resident of Sto-Rox community