Pantry Manager: Lead Food Distribution & Volunteers

Catholic Charities Diocese of Springfield in Illinois; Teutopolis (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Diocese of Springfield in Illinois seeks a Pantry Manager to oversee the food pantry operations in Teutopolis. This full-time role involves preparing orders, maintaining supplies, distributing food, and supervising volunteers while coordinating with donors and staff.

You will ensure records are kept, assist with media opportunities and community networking, and uphold the dignity and guidelines for clients.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to drive the pantry box truck.
• Ability to accept instructions and apply them logically and responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food orders for distribution.
• Answer phone regarding pantry issues.
• Be on hand when food arrives and check all items for usability and stock shelves.
• Carry in food as help is required.
• Keep daily records i.e. volunteer and daily disbursement sheets.
• Pick up food from donors, Food Bank, or stores as required.
• Maintain and order supplies.
• Maintain pantry by utilizing a regular cleaning schedule.
• Take out pantry trash.
• Maintain pantry equipment and alert supervisor for maintenance immediately.
• Actively communicate with the supervisor regarding shortages, special needs, etc.
• Treat clients with respect, dignity, and firmness about the pantry and distribution guidelines and rules.
• Maintain regular communication with regular donors i.e. church secretaries.
• Contact donors as needed to maintain pantry supplies.
• Recruit, and provide training, scheduling, and assistance to volunteers.
• Assist supervisor with media opportunities, speaking engagements, public meeting attendance, and networking with various community groups.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team pilot

Respect for clients

Physical fitness

Driver's license

Job description

Catholic Charities Diocese of Springfield in Illinois seeks a Pantry Manager to oversee the food pantry operations in Teutopolis. This full-time role involves preparing orders, maintaining supplies, distributing food, and supervising volunteers while coordinating with donors and staff.

You will ensure records are kept, assist with media opportunities and community networking, and uphold the dignity and guidelines for clients.