Join our team and become a part of something bigger – a force for change in the fight against hunger. The Community Foodbank of New Jersey is more than just a food bank – we champion healthier lifestyles and positively impact social and economic change. Together we can create a stronger, more resilient New Jersey for everyone.
As the Food Pantry Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting and implementing CFBNJ’s direct service programs at the Garfield Unity Pantry in Garfield, NJ. Support of this program involves daily on-site operation of the pantry as well as relevant administrative duties. You will work closely with food insecure neighbors, directly oversee volunteers, work closely with multiple CFBNJ departments, and liaise with organizational partners as part of the Unity Health Partnership campus.
Hours: 40 hours/week, 5 days per week that will include one Saturday per month/. Evenings or weekend days may also be required for additional events (such as food drives).
What you’ll do in your role:
- Act as a keyholder with regular responsibility for opening and closing the facility- welcome and support neighbors including orientation, training and oversight.
- Serve as primary point of contact for neighbors, volunteers, vendors and organizational partners at least one day a week and/or whenever the Assistant Director is offsite or unavailable, making all facility related decisions during operations, deliveries, emergencies, and other on-site situations.
- Manage the front desk operations including checking in neighbors, administering intake and scheduling appointments.
- Have the ability to oversee operations and prioritize tasks while managing the pantry floor. This includes unloading deliveries, sorting and weighing gleanings, and organizing inventory.
- Implement neighbor intake, check out and online ordering processes while providing stellar customer service.
- Drive the box truck for pickups and deliveries, as needed.
- Represent CFBNJ at occasional external meetings and events.
- Collaborate with other departments to offer service insights to partners and improve wellness outcomes for our neighbors across our service area.
Why you’ll love working at CFBNJ:
- 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 4% company match after 1 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!
What you’ll need to be successful in this role:
- High School Diploma
- Bilingual or multilingual skills (English plus Spanish) are required.
- Previous experience working in retail, specifically a food store or food pantry, with a an understanding of food justice concepts.
- Driver’s license and willingness to drive a box truck.
- Ability to bend, stand, and lift at least 50 lbs. frequently- while maintaining pantry inventory.
- Knowledge of Chromebook/Gmail platforms and Microsoft Office Applications.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Demonstrated experience in customer service, solutions- driven with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- 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.
Pay Transparency: The salary range for this position is $52,638 -$71,216. The final rate may be influenced by factors such as the position's scope and responsibilities, work experience, training, job-related skills, internal equity, and market conditions.
CFBNJ is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, pregnancy or breastfeeding, disability, being a victim of domestic violence, status in the uniformed services of the United States (including veteran status), record of arrest, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.