Seeking volunteers for regular, recurring 3 hour shifts for check in during Just Food operating hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 am-6 pm, Wednesdays & Fridays 9 am-3 pm.
Position Overview:
Do you have the gift of gab and want to use it to help others? Just Food is looking for a warm, welcoming, organized individual to regularly serve as Check-in Attendant in our pantry. This frontline position is responsible for registering and screening shoppers, ensuring accuracy of computer records, and facilitating a safe, comfortable grocery shopping experience. This frontline position will interact with all shoppers and must be able to multitask while remaining calm under pressure.
Just Food believes in a community led approach to addressing hunger and its root causes. There is no one face of hunger and we strive for our volunteer base to represent that truth. Through collective experiences and compassion, with dignity and without judgment, volunteers serve as ambassadors on behalf of Just Food staff, connecting the community to services that increase access to healthy foods, reduce barriers to health and well-being, and cultivate self-sufficiency.
Job Duties:
Welcome and assist all folks coming into the pantry
Help shoppers understand how to navigate and operate within shopping area
Register any new shoppers, ensure complete and accurate information
Light data entry and computer usage as well as photocopying
Requirements:
Must be punctual and dependable; ability to commit to minimum 3-hour shift
Must present a semi-professional appearance and friendly attitude
Strong communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
Comfortable on the computer & data entry
Training & Supervision:
Must attend volunteer orientation & complete confidentiality & liability waiver
Complete Link2Feed (software) training
Training/supervision conducted by Pantry Manager and/or Volunteer Manager
Time Commitment:
3-hour shifts: 9am-6pm Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am-3pm Wednesdays & Fridays. Must be able to commit to the same regular shift each week.
To sign up, visit www.justfoodks.org/volunteer, or for more information, email volunteer@justfoodks.org.
