Objective:
Oversees and ensures a fair and organized system for food
distribution. Serves as liaison for all
pantry clients. Supervises all aspects of procurement, storage and distribution
of goods. Primarily works out of the Hub location (5151 N. Ravenswood Ave) but
will also work out of our Sheridan location (3945 N. Sheridan) on occasion.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Within a culture of great respect for our clients,
distribute food according to Pantry, state, and federal guidelines.
2. Collect and store food according to Pantry, state, and
federal guidelines.
3. In partnership with Food Acquisition Specialists, manage
ongoing food donor relationships.
4. Manage inventory and relationships with The Greater
Chicago Food Depository, U.S.D.A., F.E.M.A and other partners.
5. Maintain Pantry site sanitation that meets or exceeds
government and monitoring agencies’ standards.
6. Train and supervise volunteers to assist with food
distribution.
7. Produce necessary reports required by supervisor, donors,
and government agencies.
8. Create and track benchmarks of the program’s success, and
make recommendations for improvement.
9. Act as an ambassador for the mission of Lakeview Pantry
to the larger community.
10. Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. College
degree strongly preferred but will consider candidates with strong work history
and High School Diploma.
2. 2-5
years’ experience in a social services environment.
3. Familiarity
with issues that are common among the population served including, but not
limited to, homelessness, mental illness, substance abuse, mental and physical
disability, and the elderly.
4. Requires valid
driver’s license and be ability to drive a van.
5. Ability
to obtain and maintain food service sanitation certification in accordance with
municipal and state laws.
6. Working
knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.
7. Ability
to use and maintain Salesforce client database.
8. Ability
to handle an occasional volatile situation calmly, professionally and
respectfully. Experience in Non-violent Crisis Intervention techniques is
preferred.
9. Excellent
customer service and interpersonal skills.
10. Proven
ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
11. An
understanding of, and belief in, the importance of food security for everyone.
12. Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights.