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The Salvation Army

Food Pantry Aide

Peoria, IL · On-site

$15.75 - $18.53/hr

Peoria Food Service &Warehouse Operations Manager works in coordination with the Lead Food Pantry Specialist. PEOPLE MANAGER : No FLSA CATEGORY: Non-Exempt, Full Time. PAY GRADE: 201 PAY RATE: $15.75 ...

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As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for food service warehouse in the United States is $15.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Employees in food service warehouses often encounter challenges such as maintaining strict food safety standards, managing time-sensitive deliveries, and handling physically demanding tasks like lifting and moving inventory. Attention to cleanliness and temperature controls is crucial to prevent spoilage or contamination. Effective communication with team members and staying organized can help manage workload and ensure smooth operations. Many warehouses provide ongoing training and support to help staff adapt to these challenges and maintain a safe, efficient environment.

What is the difference between Food Service Warehouse vs Food Service Worker?

AspectFood Service WarehouseFood Service Worker
CredentialsNone required or basic certificationsFood safety certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentWarehouse setting, handling inventory and suppliesRestaurant or food service establishment, serving customers
Employer & Industry UsageFood distribution companies, warehousesRestaurants, cafeterias, catering services
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Food Service Warehouse roles focus on inventory management, stocking, and logistics within a warehouse environment, often requiring organizational skills. Food Service Workers interact directly with customers or prepare food in a service setting, emphasizing customer service and food handling skills. While both roles are part of the food industry, they serve different functions and work environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Food Service Warehouse Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Food Service Warehouse Worker, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and physical stamina, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanners, and pallet jacks or forklifts is commonly required, with certifications for equipment operation often preferred. Dependability, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating with staff and maintaining workflow. These skills ensure efficient inventory control, safety, and timely fulfillment of food service orders in a fast-paced environment.

What is a Food Service Warehouse job?

A Food Service Warehouse job typically involves receiving, storing, and distributing food products and supplies for restaurants, cafeterias, or other food service operations. Employees in these roles are responsible for inventory management, ensuring food safety standards, and maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment. Tasks may include loading and unloading shipments, tracking stock levels, and preparing orders for delivery to clients. Attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols are crucial in this line of work.
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Infographic showing various Food Service Warehouse job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,807 per year, or $15.8 per hour.

Food Service Warehouse Associate

Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries

Kalamazoo, MI • On-site

$16/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Thank you for your interest in Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries. We are seeking applicants who are qualified, who really love people and who, by the pattern of their lives, are role models and want to spread the good news (gospel).
Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries is a NICOTINE FREE MINISTRY.
We desire that all applicants feel comfortable in a Christian environment. All Staff members participate in prayer and Bible Study and need to be comfortable with a lifestyle of prayer and worship that is integrated into day-to-day job functions. As a result, the following information is requested as a bona fide occupation qualification.
In your Cover Letter or Resume Please include 3 References, Name, phone, email and Relationship. Please exclude family and close friends. You can include your Pastor.
General Description:
The Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries is a privately funded 501(c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry. Our designated purpose is religious, and we are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping the homeless and impoverished. We consider every position to be essential in the fulfillment of our ministry and statement of purpose. As such, each employee must have a relationship with Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord.
Essential Functions:
• As a member of staff, uphold, promote, and encourage, in word and deed, desired organizational culture and values; purposefully seek to establish and maintain a culture that is based on grace and affirms and advances KGM's vision and purpose.
• Coordinate timely pick up of donations with organizations, volunteer drivers, and Director of Food Service.
• Record cooler/freezer temperatures and report temperatures that fall outside standards.
• Coordinate weekly pulls with Kitchen Manager and Director.
• Maintain daily communication with Kitchen Manager and Director of items being donated for menu development.
• Refueling, proper storage of and maintaining cleanliness of mission vehicles.
• Maintain the orderly storage of food and non-food items in warehouse.
• Use FIFO to properly rotate food when appropriate.
• Properly date incoming food.
• Ensure safe and timely handling of temperature sensitive foods.
• Direct and oversee volunteers and guest in sorting, organizing, and storing donated products.
• Oversee the creation and distribution of emergency food baskets when needed.
• Oversee the donation of unused food items to partner organizations and record keeping of pounds donated.
• Weigh and record all food donations using Thrift Tracker.
• Record appropriate data for South Michigan Food Bank.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• Highly ethical with the ability to make smart, timely decisions.
• Ability to drive large box trucks.
• Using a pallet scale to weigh high volume donations.
• Knowledgeable of tailgate lift, walk behind lift-truck, pallet jack.
• Use navigation device to locate donor agencies.
Personal Attributes and Values:
• Have a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ and a desire to serve Him.
• Be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.
• Exhibit spiritual maturity as defined by evangelical biblical standards and in accordance with the employee handbook.
• Have a heart of compassion and caring toward the homeless and hurting, as well as a passion about ministering life transformation in an urban setting.
• Demonstrates a courteous and Christ-like manner with internal and external partners.
• Highly ethical with the ability to make smart, rapid decisions; demonstrates excellent integrity.
• Flexible, cooperative spirit.
• Remain calm under pressure.
• Attitude of perseverance in fast paced environment.
• Possess and promote a drug, nicotine free lifestyle.
Working Conditions/Physical Factors:
Occasionally = 1%-33%; Frequently = 34%-66%; Continuously = 67%-100%
• Work in varying temperatures from 0 to 110 degrees between winter and summer, coolers, and freezers.
• Standing: Frequently
• Reaching: Frequently
• Climbing: Frequently, stairs, ramp
• Lifting: Frequently, up to 50lbs
• Bending: Frequently
Equipment/Tools Used:
• Phone
• Computer
Education/Experience and/or Certification:
• Preferred 2 years warehouse experience.
• Highschool diploma/GED
• Serv-Safe Certified.
• Driver's license with ability to be approved by KGM insurance agency.
The pay range for this role is:
16 - 16 USD per hour (Kalamazoo Gospel Mission)

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