As a Food Pantry Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting and implementing CFBNJ’s direct service programs at our Garfield Unity Pantry in Garfield, NJ. You will provide administrative assistance with record-keeping, reporting, and planning. Additionally, you will be working with neighbors visiting the food pantry and providing stellar customer service.
Ensure the Garfield Unity Pantry continues to provide food as a fully Choice Style Pantry for New Jersey families in need.
Greet and support volunteers and neighbor intake, check out and online ordering processes
Stock and maintain pantry shelves, including walk-in refrigerator and walk-in freezer.
Ensure that all practices are compliant with federal, state, and CFBNJ standards
Understand best practices for food pantry operations and equitable service models.
Collaborate with other departments to offer service insights to partners, improve wellness outcomes for our neighbors across our service area and implement advertising initiatives for the program.
Maintain knowledge and consistently model the policies and procedures of Feeding America’s national office; US & NJ Departments of Agriculture; and state and local government regulations pertaining to food handling, distribution, storage, sanitation, and disposal.
Represent and participate in meetings at CFBNJ and occasional external meetings or events.
High school Diploma or other relevant customer service and administrative experience; previous experience working in retail, specifically a food store or food pantry, a plus
Event management experience or community outreach experience
Bilingual or multilingual skills (English plus Spanish) are required.
Ability to bend, stand, and lift at least 50 lbs. frequently
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions including weekends and evenings to support events
Knowledge of Chromebook/Gmail platforms and Microsoft Office Applications
Experience working in underserved communities and with people from a variety of backgrounds: diverse client populations, community organizations, government officials, vendors, and staff at all levels
Following hiring, must successfully complete and stay up to date with food handling certification.
Opportunity for impact: Last year we provided over 90 million nutritious meals across New Jersey and educated over 25,000 people about health and nutrition.
Balance: Generous time off, 14 paid holidays, childcare resources, and organization wide engagement days.
Financial Wellness: 401k with a 4% company match after one year.
Health Benefits: medical, dental, vision and wellness programs
Recognition and Certifications: learning opportunities, tuition and certificate reimbursement, and engagement with our reward and recognition program, Bonusly!
The Community FoodBank of New Jersey provides food for people in need while striving to end hunger in our state. While food distribution is central to our mission, we also deploy several important programs aimed at addressing the root causes of hunger for people of all ages and backgrounds.