Food Bank Lead

Position Summary:

The Food Bank Lead will assist in the operation of the food bank. These functions may include but are not limited to all facets of recruitment and retentions of volunteers, donors, and clients. The Food Bank Lead will provide all aspects of client and customer service. Monthly reporting for the food bank and data entry will be required relative to food bank reports and time sheet entry. This is a part time position, scheduled for 24 hours each week, with specific hours to meet the needs of the food bank.

Schedule: Mon- 7am-12pm; Tue- 6am-12pm; Thur- 7am-3:30pm; Fri- 6am-12pm

Responsibilities:

Donations

• Operate a box truck for daily pick up of donations from established donors
• Keep inventory of all food bank donations
• Assess donation needs of food bank and implement solutions that address those needs
• Develop community donation drives to increase inventory
• Submit monthly donation reports and paperwork
• Create and maintain community partnerships to support the growth of food and cash donations

Volunteers

• Assess food bank needs for volunteers in regards to recruitment and retention
• Maintain a weekly schedule of volunteers and assign tasks accordingly
• Mentor and train food bank volunteers
• Create strategic community partnerships to increase volunteer opportunities
• Ensure all volunteers follow policies and procedures in the handling of food and safety
• Ensure all volunteers follow client registration processes
• Maintain open communication and good relationship standing with food bank volunteers

Data Entry

• Maintain organized data in regards to clients, donations, and volunteers accordingly
• Submit in a timely manner monthly reports to supervisor and reporting grant agents
• Submit time sheet on time, every time
• Maintain records of up to date policies and procedures for all aspects of the food bank

Janitorial

• Performs janitorial duties according to established standards and as directed
• Contributes to maintaining acceptable overall appearance of the food bank and the grounds

Perform other duties as assigned

• Attends trainings, workshops, and meetings to promote personal and professional development as assigned
• Participates in an annual evaluation with St. Vincent Centers Manager of Operations

Non-Physical Requirements:

Education

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred

Experience

• 2 years experience in grocery, food prep or related field, is desired
• Excellent attendance history

Special Skills

• Self-starter
• Ability to exercise excellent judgement
• Solid communication skills
• Ability to work successfully individually and in a team setting
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred however it is not required

Licensure, Registration, Certification

• Valid Washing State driver's license and required minimum liability insurance for WA State
• Must be deemed insurable as determined by Catholic Charities' liability insurance provider
• Washington State Food Handlers card

Employment is conditional upon:

• Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required

Wage: $17.13-$18.75

Schedule: Mon: 7am-12pm; Tue: 6am-12pm; Thurs: 7am-3:30pm; Fri: 6am-12pm

Benefits:

• WA State Sick Leave- 1 hour for every hour 40 hours worked
• Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment
• Eligible for voluntary benefits

It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and employment.