DEPARTMENT: SOCIAL SERVICES

UNIT: Tacoma Citadel Corps

POSITION TITLE: Food Pantry Assistant 

REPORTS TO: Food Pantry Manager

STATUS: Part time, Non-exempt – 20 hours per week

COMPENSATION: $18.00

GENERAL STATEMENT:
The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.

SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Food Pantry/Warehouse Assistant works in the Tacoma Client Choice Food Pantry and Warehouse. The FB/WA keep a consistent flow of goods through the Food Pantry to assure that clients with dignity. The food Pantry is an important part of our fight to provide basic human needs in the City of Tacoma.

ESSENTIAL FOOD PANTRY ASSISTANT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sorting and preparing bulk foods and produce for distribution to clients Mopping floors, cleaning shelves, cleaning refrigeration and freezer units Restocking shelves Assisting household members as they choose items from the Food Pantry Other related duties as assigned by the Food Pantry Manager Following all Safety Regulations as outlined in the Safety Training Must possess a valid Food Worker Card Must Pass a national criminal background check Must complete Protect the Mission training

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO FOOD PANTRY ASSISTANT:
• 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds to waist level.
• Knowledge of De-escalation principles
• Basic data entry skills or willingness to learn

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of this position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt
to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

In providing its programs and services, The Salvation Army is committed to accommodating all those in need without unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic in accordance with our capacity to help.

Mission Statement:
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.

A critical part of employment in this organization is the modeling of Christian principals while on duty. As a representative of this organization it is imperative that you present yourself to be professional and of high moral standard.

Compliance with government regulations:
The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.