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ORGANIZATION: The Salvation Army - San Jose, CA


Position: Food Distribution Volunteer

Report To: Terry Knickerbocker

Program: Food Pantry

Schedule: Mondays thru Fridays, 8:30am-12:30pm (4-5 Volunteers needed each day)

Role Overview: The Food Pantry Distribution Program provides food to Seniors, Homeless and Families. Assistance in this program has more than doubled (since 2019, due to COVID), as more people faced job loss, reduction in working hours and/or increased costs for food, rent and other needs.

As a Food Pantry Volunteer, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission to provide food and essential resources to individuals and families in need within our community. Volunteers are crucial in ensuring that our pantry operates smoothly and efficiently, helping to distribute food and maintain an organized and welcoming environment for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Food Distribution:
    • Assist in sorting and packaging food items for distribution.
    • Help clients select food items from the pantry according to their needs and preferences.
    • Ensure that food is distributed in a respectful and non-judgmental manner.
  2. Inventory Management:
    • Receive, inspect, and organize food donations.
    • Monitor inventory levels and inform pantry staff of any shortages or overages.
    • Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
  3. Client Assistance:
    • Greet and assist clients in a friendly and compassionate manner.
    • Provide information about additional resources or services available on campus, if needed.
  4. Facility Maintenance:
    • Help keep the pantry area clean and organized, including sweeping, mopping, and ensuring proper sanitation practices.
    • Assist with setup and teardown for distribution events or special programs.
  5. Team Collaboration:
    • Work collaboratively with other volunteers and pantry staff.
    • Assist food pantry staff with other food preparations duties needed for distribution (packaging, restocking etc..)

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Communication: Ability to interact effectively with clients, staff, and other volunteers.
  • Organizational Skills: Attention to detail in sorting and distributing food items.
  • Physical Stamina: Ability to lift and carry boxes of food (up to 25LBS) and stand for extended periods.
  • Compassion: A genuine interest in helping those in need and providing excellent customer service.

Working Conditions

May be required to stand or sit for extended periods of time.

Please be aware this position requires outdoors activity, therefore be mindful of weather changes.

Appropriate Attire: Please wear closed-toe shoes (not sandals, heels, flipflops). Shirts should be short or long-sleeved (no spaghetti straps, strapless, sleeveless, mid-riff showing or tank top types). Shorts/dresses/skirts should be longer in length, appropriate for comfortably bending and reaching items.

Required:

Age Requirements: 14 or older. You must be confirmed to participate. No walk-ins.

· Register as volunteer for Food Distribution Helper

· Complete onboarding paperwork

· Attend Volunteer Orientation

· Volunteers going over 20 hours must complete a Background Check

If you have any question related to this role, feel free to reach out Estefani Gomez Pacheco, The Salvation Army Volunteer & PTM Coordinator at Estefani.gomez.pacheco@usw.salvationarmy.org or (408)282-1165 Ext 3218

15 Shifts

  • Mon Nov 25, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Tue Nov 26, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Wed Nov 27, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Thu Nov 28, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Fri Nov 29, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 3
  • Mon Dec 02, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Tue Dec 03, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Wed Dec 04, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Thu Dec 05, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Fri Dec 06, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Mon Dec 09, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Tue Dec 10, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Wed Dec 11, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Thu Dec 12, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
  • Fri Dec 13, 2024 - 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 5
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About The Salvation Army - San Jose, CA

Location:

359 N. Fourth Street, San Jose, CA 95112, US

Mission Statement

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.

Description

Non-profit Christian organization

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Hunger
Children & Youth, Community, Hunger

WHEN

Fri Sep 20, 2024 - Thu Dec 19, 2024
08:30 AM - 12:30 PM
This opportunity has 15 shifts

WHERE

The Salvation Army, Food Pantry359 N. 4th StreetSan Jose, CA 95112

(37.34335,-121.892075)
 

DATE POSTED

September 17, 2024

SKILLS

  • Food Delivery / Distribution
  • Food Service
  • Customer Service

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 14
  • Orientation or Training
  • 3-4hrs
  • Volunteer Onboarding paperwork, Volunteer Orientation and a background check if completing more than 20 hours. May consider 13 year old w/volunteer parent.

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