Do you have the gift of gab and want to use it to help others? The Care Cupboard at Heartland Health Clinic, our partner pantry, is looking for a warm, welcoming, organized individual to regularly serve as an Attendant in the 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.
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 a 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
