Food Shelf Coordinator

salvarmycareers; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 30,105,000 - 33,131,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Saint Paul Citadel Food Shelf Coordinator oversees daily operations, processes donations, distributes food to participants, trains volunteers, and ensures clean, compliant facilities. The role requires a high school diploma and certification within 90 days, plus a valid driver’s license and background checks.

Wage is $16.81 to $18.50 per hour for 25 hours per week, with occasional vehicle travel within the Twin Cities for pickups. This is an on-site position in Saint Paul, MN.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minnesota Certified Protection Manager certification required or ability to gain within 90 days of employment.
• Previous experience in a food shelf or food services.
• Valid driver’s license and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Process incoming food donations and purchases (document, store, pickup, stock).
• Pack and distribute boxes of food.
• Oversee food shelf operations including staffing and training.
• Maintain cleanliness and ensure health department standards are met or exceeded.
• Maintain up-to-date food shelf statistics and records.
• Assist with food rescue pickups.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Minnesota Certified Protection Manager certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Position Summary

The Food Shelf Coordinator oversees the daily operations of The Salvation Army Northern Division Saint Paul Citadel food shelf. The Coordinator processes donations and deliveries, distributes food to participants, trains volunteers, and ensures cleanliness and compliance standards are maintained.

Wage: $16.81 to $18.50 per hour, 25 hours a week

401 West 7th St, St. Paul, MN 55102

Essential Functions (approximate time spent)

• Process incoming food donations and purchases (e.g., document, store, pickup, stock) (40%).
• Pack and distribute boxes of food (35%).
• Oversee food shelf operations including staffing and training (10%).
• Maintain the cleanliness of the food shelf, ensure health department and food bank standards are met or exceeded (5%).
• Maintain up-to-date, accurate food shelf statistics and records (5%).
• Assist with food rescue pick-ups (5%).

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minnesota Certified Protection Manager certification required or ability to gain certification within 90 days of employment (the organization will pay for the certification).
• Previous experience in a food shelf or food services.
• Valid driver’s license, meet MVR driver’s qualifications, and pass background checks.

Competencies

• Knowledge of safe food handling.
• Flexible interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient with PC, Microsoft Office, and databases.

Working Conditions

• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, stooping, turning, stretching, reaching, and lifting.
• Must be able to regularly move/lift fifty pounds.
• Business casual environment; not eligible for a remote-friendly work environment.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in English.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Mentor, supervise, schedule, and train food shelf volunteers and staff.

Travel Requirements

Travel using an agency vehicle within the Twin Cities a few times per week to pick-up donations, etc.

Other Duties

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that as an employee of The Salvation Army they will support its religious mission.

This job description is not all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions of the position. Other duties, responsibilities, and tasks may be assigned by supervisor.

The Salvation Army Mission

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the Universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its Mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Fair Chance Hire

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.