Food Shelf Assistant

Position Summary

The Salvation Army St. Paul Citadel Corps is “Doing the Most Good” by providing holistic, person-centered services to individuals and families in need. In addition to worship services and pastoral care, services include short and long-term case management; food, clothing, utility, rent, and housing support; and connections to community partners.

 

The Food Shelf Assistant supports food shelf operations by distributing food, managing inventory, handling donations, and maintaining cleanliness. This role ensures accurate record-keeping, compliance with health standards, and proper storage of all donations while providing excellent customer service to participants.

 

$17/hour, 15 hours/week

401 West 7th St, St. Paul, MN 55102

 

Please also note that this position is grant funded and is a 1yr term. 

 

Essential Functions (approximate time spent)

• Stocking and Storage (45%): Process, store, stock, and rotate food donations and other gifts-in-kind properly.
• Donation Handling (40%): Drive, load, and unload food and other in-kind donations.
• Food Distribution (5%): Distribute food boxes to participants while maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Inventory Management (5%): Maintain up-to-date, accurate records of incoming and outgoing food and supplies.
• Food Shelf Maintenance (5%): Keep the food shelf clean and organized, ensuring compliance with health department and food bank standards.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in food pantry or food service.
• Must pass background checks.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, be at least 18 years of age, and meet MVR requirements.

Competencies

• Knowledge of safe food handling procedures.
• Flexible interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of integrity when dealing with confidential information.
• Dependable, honest, and diligent work ethic.

Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching, reaching, and lifting.
• Must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Business casual environment; not eligible for remote work.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, volunteers, and participants.

Driving/Travel Requirements

• Drive agency vehicles locally to transport food and other in-kind donations.

Other Duties

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree to support its mission.

This job description is not all-inclusive and is intended to identify the essential functions of the position. A supervisor may assign additional duties, responsibilities, and tasks as needed.

Qualifications

The Salvation Army Mission

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.

Fair Chance Hire

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.