Pantry Coordinator

Accountable to: Project Manager  

Accountable for: All aspects of the management of staff and operations at our food project at The Base Pantry

Hours of Work: 20 hours per week

Salary: £26,000 per annum (pro rata) 

Term: 1 year Fixed Term Contract

Job purpose:

The Base Pantry is a food project, operated by the YoMo at the Base. Its purpose is to provide good quality food at low cost to the local community, in helping to alleviate poverty. 

The Pantry Officer will be responsible for managing and leading the day to day operations at the food pantry. They will report directly to the Project Manager. 

Outline of Role

• Organise and manage the day to day operations of the pantry.
• Manage and work with local suppliers to ensure the pantry is well stocked at all times.
• Leading and managing a team of volunteers.
• Build positive professional relationships with Fare Share, local organisations and supermarkets.
• Work with the local community to ensure the service is delivered in line with the Dignity In Practice Principles.
• Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of the pantry, producing reports on attendance, finances and impact assessment.
• Work with Management and partner organisations to gather qualitative/quantitative  data in respect to volunteers and pantry members.
• Be responsible for the safeguarding and general management of pantry membership data, ensuring all data is collected and stored in accordance with GDPR requirements.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to foster sustainability and deliver on the organisation's social purpose.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to deliver on the organisation's mission statement and values.
• Develop and maintain high levels of workplace health and safety, encouraging a culture of personal responsibility and awareness.
• Support, develop and encourage the staff team fostering cohesion, engagement, and job satisfaction.
• Ensure adequate cover is established for all sites during periods of holidays and absence.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to effectively manage the recruitment, training, support and management of staff and volunteers.
• Work closely with the Project Manger to effectively manage the budget, ensuring the food project remains financially viable.
• Ensure The Base Pantry premises, systems and equipment remain fit for purpose.
• Continually monitor and interpret legislation relating to Food Safety and Hygiene, ensuring The Base Pantry adheres to the highest levels of food safety regulations.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Base Pantry and ensure adherence by staff and volunteers
• Attend staff meetings (Including management team) and training as required.

Assignment and review of work and decisions and judgements

The work of the Pantry Coordinator will be determined by objectives set by the Project Manager and the Board in line with the Business Plan and the Constitution.

There will be ownership of the management and delivery of the day-to-day operational aspects of the organisation's food project, in line with a set objectives working closely with the Project Manager, Board, Internal and External Customers and Partners. 

Individual objectives and ongoing responsibilities will be prioritised by the post holder using their initiative and experience.