About Operation Food Search:
Founded in 1981, Operation Food Search is a hunger relief organization that provides food, nutrition education and innovative programs in order to reduce food insecurity and increase equitable access to food. We serve 200,000 people every month through a network of 330 partners in 27 counties in Missouri and Illinois. We use a combination of immediate food assistance and supportive services, while also working on long-term solutions and systemic changes to help solve the problem of hunger.
Our Mission is to heal hunger with innovative and collaborative solutions that provide food today and help create a hunger-free tomorrow.
Our Vision is a region where everyone has equitable access to the food they need to lead healthy lives.
Our Goals are to:
- Meet the immediate need for food for children, individuals and families by providing high-quality nutrition through our distribution network.
- Empower long-term skills through nutrition education and by teaching how to shop and prepare healthy food on a budget.
- Champion change through advocacy, innovative programs and by addressing systemic inequities.
For more information about OFS, please visit our website at www.operationfoodsearch.org.
Position Summary:
The Grocery Support Associate directly assists the MetroMarket Lead and other team members in running the MetroMarket grocery store and produce delivery. Grocery Support Associates are involved in a rich variety of tasks and skills including customer service, quality control, and community engagement. This position is fun and fast paced, requiring high energy and a great attitude. Ultimately, this is a perfect entry level position for anyone interested in learning grocery operations and community engagement.
Essential Functions:
- Process and sort incoming produce
- Provide quality control of products in the warehouse and on the vehicles
- Deliver produce bags to partner sites
- Pack produce bags
- Complete janitorial duties, which include, but are not limited to, sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash:
- On the vehicles and in surrounding site areas
- In the warehouse
- Maintain knowledge of products sold on MetroMarket vehicles
- Prepare vehicle:
- Load products on and off vehicles
- Display product at sites
- Deliver and stock inventory of off-site programs
- Provide excellent customer service:
- Maintain a friendly, outgoing, and positive attitude
- Assist customers with bags and shopping when needed
Education and/or Experience:
- Experience and willingness to drive small transit vehicles a plus
- Experience working with a multicultural workforce
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to learn processes quickly
- Ability to work and communicate with diverse populations
- Knowledgeable working with Microsoft Office
- Ability to establish positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues and customers
- Must be an effective team member and maintain a professional demeanor with the ability to listen to others
Special Requirements:
- Hep A vaccination or willingness to obtain it
- Flexibility in working hours for occasional special events after-hours or weekend activities
- Willingness to volunteer for other OFS duties that don't fall under regular job duties
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time (8-10-hour shift), both indoors and outdoors
- Ability to work outside in various weather conditions
To Apply: Please submit your application and include your resume at https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/1958936/Operation-Food-Search-Inc/Grocery-Support-Associate
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.