Job purpose

This position is responsible for the daily operation of the Food 4 Kids Program, including overseeing all inventory, ordering of food, coordination of donation and supervision of volunteers.

Duties and responsibilities

Ensure day to day operation meets IES standards with a clean, friendly and inviting atmosphere free of any liability concerns

Responsible for food distribution to schools in the program

Manage inventory to ensure that demands of the program can be met weekly

Ordering backpacks and other supplies needed for program

Managing program’s budget appropriate; using best efforts to make cost effective decisions for the various purchases of the program; periodically evaluating the market for best buying prices/options

Coordinate with volunteers for the program and manage schedules

Keep accurate records of data including schools, meals, appropriate totals and reporting as requested

Occasional pick up or delivery of food for program (either a donation or when bags are not delivered by volunteers)

Speak to churches, civic organizations and local schools; Some evenings and weekends may be necessary to speak

Maintain an up to date notebook of all program participants related to school contacts and volunteers, including maintaining email addresses for communicating needs and updates of the program

Present a Christ-like atmosphere

Driver of program vehicles as needed and maintain a clean driving record

• Notify CEO of significant donors and/or donations
• To keep an up to date notebook of job duties and details in the event of illness or transition periods

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum of one year supervisory experience.

Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written.

• Ability to pass drug test and background check

Proficiency with Microsoft Office required (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Current FL Driver’s License and clean driving record

Working conditions

This position works in a small warehouse/office setting, with some outdoor exposure during the workday. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and standard warehouse equipment such as hand trucks, box cutters and tape dispensers. These duties are performed in a part-time, 25 hour work week and are performed primarily in the Food 4 Kids building. Work primarily in a climate controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Physical requirements

Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking and requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing. Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations, bending, squatting, climbing, and reaching.   Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 50 pounds.  

Email kayla.hess@iesmarion.org for an employment application or contact us at 352-629-8868.