Job Details

Riverbat Bites Food Pantry Specialist (Hourly)

To provide specialized services and support for the campus food pantry operations, ensuring an organized and student-centered environment that promotes food security.

• Assist with daily pantry operations, including greeting andsupporting students using pantry services.
• Provide information to students regarding pantry procedures, eligibility, and related Basic Needs resources.
• Review and process student check-ins and maintain accurate usage data in tracking systems.
• Stock shelves and monitor inventory levels; report shortages or excess items to the supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pantry, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Receive and organize deliveries, including lifting and moving food boxes up to 40 pounds.
• Assist with outreach activities and pantry-related events as needed.
• Support the collection of data for reporting purposes.
• May provide guidance to student workers or volunteers assisting in the pantry.

Knowledge:

• Processes and procedures related to food pantry operations and basic needs support.
• Food safety standards and inventory management practices.

Skills:

• Maintaining an established work schedule.
• Effectively using interpersonal and communication skills with tact and professionalism.
• Organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Maintaining confidentiality of student information.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with multicultural student populations and staff.

Technology Skills:

• Proficiency with standard office software applications.
• Ability to learn and use student check-in systems and basic inventory tools.

Required Work Experience:

• Customer service or related experience preferred.

Preferred Work Experience:

• Experience in food service, warehouse, or retail environments.
• Experience working in a student services or community resource setting.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in a food pantry setting and requires standing, walking, lifting, bending, and carrying.
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 40 pounds.

Safety:

• Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe conditions and behaviors. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

Pay Rate: $23.00/hour

Up to 19 hours per week

Number of Openings: 3

Job Posting Close Date: July 10, 2026