Join our team and be part of something bigger, a force for change in the fight against hunger. The Community Foodbank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) is more than a food bank. We champion healthier lifestyles and positively impact social and economic change. Together we can create a stronger, more resilient New Jersey for everyone!   

As a Mobile Pantry Assistant, you will support and implement CFBNJ’s direct service programs in southern New Jersey, including the Mobile Pantry program for Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland counties and the Community Assistance Pantry in Egg Harbor Township. The Pantry Assistant is responsible for maintaining a culture of caring for neighbors that utilize, and volunteers that support, the Mobile Pantry program. You will support the implementation and execution of daily distributions and will manage daily pantry operations.  

What you’ll do in your role: 

• Create and maintain a culture of caring for the neighbors and partners we serve through staffing daily food distributions in all weather conditions and maintain pantry stock. 

• Build and maintain subject matter expertise in best practices for food pantry operations and equitable service models through collaboration with other departments. 

• Offer service insights to partners, improve wellness outcomes for our neighbors across our service area and implement advertising initiatives for the program. 

• Maintain knowledge and consistently model the policies and procedures of Feeding America’s national office; US & NJ Departments of Agriculture; and state and local government regulations pertaining to food handling, distribution, storage, sanitation, and disposal. 

• Welcome and support partners and government officials and represent CFBNJ at meetings and events.  

• Welcome and support Mobile Pantry volunteers, scheduling appointments and neighbor intake. 

• Collaborate internally to develop strategies to fill gaps and improve network partner coverage in underserved areas. 

• Serve as back-up coverage for the Community Assistance Pantry program, as needed.   

Why you will love working at CFBNJ:   

• Opportunity for impact: Last year we provided over 90 million nutritious meals across New Jersey and educated over 25,000 people about health and nutrition  

• Balance: generous time off, 14 paid holidays, childcare resources, and organization-wide engagement days  

• Financial wellness: 401k with 4% company match after 1 year  

• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision and wellness programs  

• Recognition and certifications: learning opportunities, tuition and certificate reimbursement, and engagement with our reward and recognition program, Bonusly! 

What you’ll need to be successful in this role: 

• Event management experience or community outreach 

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and the ability to bend, stand, and lift at least 50 lbs. frequently  

• Positive, empathetic, and creative solutions-based attitude, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills. 

• Experience working with diverse client populations, community organizations, government officials, vendors, and staff at all levels. 

• An understanding of systemic inequality and food justice concepts.  

• Timeliness, dependability, and accountability are essential for success in this role.  

• Bilingual or multilingual skills (English plus Spanish or Vietnamese, Haitian Creole, or Arabic) are a plus.  

• Following hiring, must successfully complete and stay up to date with food handling certification. 

CFBNJ is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, pregnancy or breastfeeding, disability, being a victim of domestic violence, status in the uniformed services of the United States (including veteran status), record of arrest, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.