SCCM Norwood Food Pantry

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Summary:
The Norwood Food Pantry primarily serves senior residents who have difficulty accessing the Albemarle Pantry. Volunteers play a key role in ensuring that clients receive their monthly food boxes, which include both pre-packaged items and government-provided food. This role involves assisting with stocking, packing, and distributing food, while maintaining an organized and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Client Assistance:

   • Greet clients who come in on a first-come, first-served basis.
   • Distribute pre-packaged food boxes and government-provided items to clients.
   • Assist clients in gathering any additional items as needed.

2. Stocking and Organizing:

   • Stock shelves with food and supplies to ensure availability for clients.
   • Keep the pantry clean and organized to maintain a welcoming environment.

3. Packing and Weighing Food:

   • Pack food boxes for distribution, ensuring they meet the necessary weight requirements.
   • Weigh the food in the boxes to ensure proper distribution amounts.

Requirements:

• Must be able to work with a partner (2-person minimum per shift).
• Ability to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25-50lbs.

Hours of Operation:

• Mondays, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (except holidays)

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate with other volunteers.
• Friendly and service-oriented attitude.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and guidelines for handling food.

Training: Volunteers will receive on-site training on packing, weighing, and distributing food, as well as pantry operations.

Benefits:

• Helping provide essential food support to seniors in the community.
• Opportunities to connect with clients and other volunteers.
• Making a direct impact in alleviating food insecurity for local residents.