Job Description
Job Title: Food Drive Assistant (Temporary)
Classification: Non-Exempt, Hourly, Part-Time (20 – 25 hours/week)
Term: Mid-October 2025 – Mid-January 2026
Department: Volunteer Services
Reports to: Volunteer Programs Manager
Location: Meridian, ID
How to Apply: https://idahofoodbank.org/about/employment/
A COMPLETED JOB APPLICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Food Drive Assistant will assist in the coordination of community food drives and events in Southwest Idaho to benefit The Idaho Foodbank. Food drives are often the first point of contact a donor has with the Foodbank and it is essential that their interaction with the Assistant be a positive experience. In addition, assist with special community events and volunteer workgroup supervision as necessary. Training and orientation provided.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reply to phone and email inquiries regarding food drives
Assist in leading volunteer shifts of up to 30 people, guiding them in sorting and repacking food items in accordance with The Idaho Foodbank’s policies and procedures
Explore needs, help set goals and explain options for donating through online fund drives, email campaigns, etc.
Encourage donors to consider online fund drives
Coordinate drop off and pick up of collection bins, as needed
Balance food drives against receipts as they come in to capture data for statistical analysis
Assist with events as needed – interacting with the public, educating them through talking points regarding the mission of The Idaho Foodbank
Enter data in an accurate and timely fashion on food drive spreadsheet
Send thank you letters to donors weekly
Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and assist with lifting and moving pallets as needed
Communicate effectively with a diverse group of volunteers, providing clear instructions and support
Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment where all volunteers feel respected and appreciated
Collaborate with other staff members to ensure smooth operations in the warehouse
Utilization of the Volunteer Hub database
Other duties as assigned
SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
Good organization and time management skills
Excellent communication and creative skills
Comfortable in public speaking
Multi-tasker
Problem solver
Customer service oriented, friendly
Self-starter, ability to work independently
Above-average knowledge of Microsoft Office products; Outlook, Excel and Word
Safety and Compliance
Commit to upholding policies, principles and best practices for food safety
Understand the personal responsibility to follow all safety policies and health rules, programs and procedures, to report all unsafe acts, environment or behaviors immediately and to always report safety issues, incidents or accidents immediately
Manage repack activities in such a manner as to not create a risk to food safety, whether through product contamination, cross contact, inaccurate labeling or temperature deviations. Ensure all volunteers wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment for the repack activity being conducted and adhere to all GMPs for food safety
Safely operates all warehouse equipment including forklift, pallet jacks, and lifting equipment
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This work is performed primarily in an office environment while sitting at a computer terminal for extended periods of time. There are periods of work in a warehouse setting. Involves periodic lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Employment Requirement
Negative Drug Screen
Successful Background Clearance
Disclaimer
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give assignments.
This position description excludes the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
Organizational Culture
At The Idaho Foodbank, we live our core values of Belonging, Commitment, and Collaboration. We’re driven by our mission to nourish, educate, and advocate for food-secure communities. We believe every team member plays a vital, daily role in our mission.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Idaho Foodbank is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace. We strive to create an environment where all employees and those we serve feel valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. Our hiring and workplace practices are rooted in merit, fairness, and belonging.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
