Job Description
Job Description
The Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center (JCC) seeks a part-time Pantry Associate for our Jewish Community Pantry, located at 2900 W Center Street. The pantry's hours of operation are Tuesdays from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM and Thursdays from 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM.
The Jewish Community Pantry address hunger in Milwaukee by providing emergency food, community resource connections, and a kosher section. We serve families in zip codes 53210 and 53216, and those with urgent food needs.
The JCC is seeking a dedicated and hardworking individual to help us provide food security and support to our neighbors in a welcoming, respectful environment. As a Pantry Associate, you will be the backbone of our daily operations—ensuring our shelves are stocked, our facility is sparkling clean, and our guests are treated with the utmost dignity.
Your Impact
You will play a vital role in the hunger-relief efforts in the area. Your daily tasks will include:
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Pantry Operations: Unloading delivery trucks, stocking the warehouse, and assisting guests by loading groceries into their vehicles.
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Volunteer Collaboration: Working side-by-side with our volunteers to ensure food is organized and ready for distribution.
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Facility Care: Maintaining a clean and safe environment by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning restrooms to ensure a pleasant experience for everyone.
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Community Culture: Promoting a welcoming atmosphere through respectful communication and customer-centric service.
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Support Logistics: Moving furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed to keep the pantry running smoothly.
Who You Are
We are looking for a team player who isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves. To be successful in this role, you should have:
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A Positive Attitude: Ability to use respectful and customer-centric language with all pantry guests.
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Physical Stamina: The strength to perform manual tasks (like mopping and lifting) and the ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.
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Reliability: A strong work ethic and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
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Flexibility: Willingness to work in various environments, including outdoors and around moving warehouse equipment.
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Age Requirement: Must be 16 years of age or older.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
This is an active role that keeps you moving! You should be comfortable with:
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Standing, walking, and reaching for extended periods.
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Working in a moderately loud environment with moving mechanical parts (forklifts).
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Frequent time spent outdoors in various weather conditions.
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A varied schedule that may occasionally include weekends or holidays.
Why Join Us?
We're proud to provide a competitive salary and a comprehensive Total Talent Rewards package designed to recognize and support our people. Our culture prioritizes balance, growth, and well-being, with generous perks that help our employees thrive both at work and beyond.
Listed below are some of the benefits that make the JCC a great place to work:
- Participation in a defined contribution 403(b) retirement plan
- A commitment to professional development
Uniquely JCC Benefits
In addition to our Total Talent Rewards package, we’re excited to offer a few uniquely JCC perks that make working here feel like being part of something special. These benefits are designed to help you connect, grow, and truly feel part of our community.
Complimentary Membership
Every active staff member enjoys a full JCC membership at no cost — giving you access to our fitness center, aquatics facility, and wellness programs. It’s our way of helping you stay as healthy and energized as the community you support.
Exclusive Program Discounts
Employees receive generous discounts on nearly all JCC programs, including early childhood education, camps, before & after school care, fitness and aquatics classes, cultural experiences, and enrichment opportunities. It’s just one more way we invite you to live the JCC experience right alongside our members.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call (414) 964-4444 or contact us at hr at jccmilwaukee dot org.