Program Assistant - Food Pantry

JEWISH FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICE

St. Louis, Missouri

Jewish Family & Children’s Service of St. Louis (JF&CS) is seeking a Program Assistant for the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry.

For nearly 150 years, JF&CS has offered compassionate support and practical solutions to help people in greater St. Louis navigate life’s challenges. Our professional staff assist the elderly, protect children at risk, provide food and services to those in need, support families, and enhance community connections. We serve people in need, inclusive of all ages, races, religions, ethnicities, genders and sexual orientations. JF&CS is a dynamic organization, with committed volunteers and talented staff dedicated to an inspiring mission.

The Program Assistant (PA)works with staff and volunteers to support the daily operations of the food pantry.  The position requires high energy and an above average amount of physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying materials up to 50 pounds. The PA position includes various tasks such as:

• Sorting and stocking food items on shelves, in coolers, in freezer, in warehouse
• Moving pallets with a pallet jack
• Providing support and assistance to volunteers
• Interviewing new pantry guests
• Checking in pantry guests
• Shopping with and for pantry guests
• Covering the front desk
• Entering data
• Cleaning and trash removal  

The successful candidate is able to work as part of a team, analyze and solve problems, communicate information calmly in high-stress situations, and build positive relationships with pantry guests, volunteers, and co-workers.

Requirements:

• High school education or GED
• Able to use office equipment, personal computer, and related software applications

Part-time, non exempt

• 25 hours per week, Monday-Friday 12p-5p
• $12.00 per hour