Food Pantry Assistant

Student Support and Advocacy is seeking Food Pantry Assistants, who will support projects and initiatives related to the functioning of food security initiatives for students at The New School. The position is open to New School students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award as part of their financial aid package for the academic year 2026-2027.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stock food deliveries, label food, inventory pantry items, and oversee in person distribution. Delivery times vary and commitment is based upon your availability. 

• Administer food pantry sign in and intake form process to ensure accurate data reporting of student usage of the food pantry services.

• Assist with operation of clothing closet, organize and display clothing, take inventory, check-out reservable supplies, and oversee in person use of the closet.

• Participate in monthly Food Pantry operations team meetings, pending availability.

• Support food pantry outreach which may include creation of digital marketing, flier distribution, tabling, and creation of social media messaging, including de-stigmatization of food insecurity.

• Assist with the creation of a community support strategy including food drives and creative ways to engage campus support of the Pantry. 

• Liaise with students, staff and faculty as a student ambassador of the Food Pantry.

• Collaborate with the Food Pantry team members to research and create new food security education content to accompany the pantry’s use.  This may include workshops, website content, food demos, recipes, handouts and more. 

• Assist with special projects and events related to the mission of food and basic needs security, including surveys, focus groups, etc.

• Assist with maintenance and development of lists of resources for low-income and basic needs insecure students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Food Pantry Assistants must be available to work for a minimum of 8 hours per week.

• Food Pantry Assistants must have availability during the pantry’s main operation hours, as well as 30 minutes before and after. Additional operational hours may be possible.

  • Operational hours will be determined based upon the schedule and availability of the Food Pantry Assistants.

• A strong work ethic, the ability to take initiative, work independently, communicate clearly and meet deadlines.

• Must be organized and able to interact with students, staff, and faculty of diverse backgrounds.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google sheets, and Google docs.

• Must be able to lift boxes weighing up to 35 lbs.

• Federal Work Study Award

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Interest in health, well-being and food security

• Familiarity with issues specific to university students

• A respect for diversity and an open mind

WORK MODE

On-Campus Position - Employees in this position are expected to work on-campus during regularly scheduled work hours due to the nature of the work being that which is not feasible, or not in the best interest of the organization, to be performed remotely. #LI-DNI

Hourly Rate: $17-18/hr commensurate with experience

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

Food Pantry Assistants, who will support projects and initiatives related to the functioning of food security initiatives for students at The New School.