Food Services & Pantry Operations Associate

Joint Council For Economic Opportunity; Town of Malone (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

PSLF

Tuition

EAP

Life Insurance

401K

Discounts

Job summary

Joint Council for Economic Opportunity (JCEO) in Malone, NY seeks a full-time Food Services Associate to manage food pickup, pantry support and greenhouse tasks. The role requires driving and forklift handling, with duties covering garden cultivation, vehicle maintenance, and daily operations to sustain community food programs.

Compensation includes comprehensive benefits; candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid NY driver’s license. DOT medical certification may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; six months of related experience or training or equivalent.
• Forklift certification preferred or required within introductory period.

Responsibilities

• Pickup and receipt of food via Feeding America and local drives.
• Maintain regular communication with grocers and partners to schedule pickups.
• Assist with Summer Feeding and Backpack Programs as assigned.
• Support snow removal, minor maintenance, and groundskeeping tasks.
• Maintain a clean, safe pantry, garden, and greenhouse per NYS Health Dept. regulations.
• Inspect and maintain program vehicles and equipment, including forklifts and tractors.

Skills

Forklift operation

Driver's license

Food pantry operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Joint Council for Economic Opportunity (JCEO) in Malone, NY seeks a full-time Food Services Associate to manage food pickup, pantry support and greenhouse tasks. The role requires driving and forklift handling, with duties covering garden cultivation, vehicle maintenance, and daily operations to sustain community food programs.

Compensation includes comprehensive benefits; candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid NY driver’s license. DOT medical certification may be required.