Community Pantry Volunteer

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Community Pantry Volunteer

Start Date: ASAP

Position Type, Location & Volunteer Shifts

  • Volunteer position 
  • At 648 E Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC
  • 1.5 hrs/wk on Tuesday (10:15 am - 11:45 pm) And
  • 1.5 hrs/wk on Thursday (10:15 am - 11:45 pm) 

Weekly Expectation:

3 hrs/ week, 1.5 hours each on Tuesday and Thursday

Length of Volunteer Position:

3 months minimum commitment is required. 

Reports to: Manager of Momentum

Position Summary:

The Community Pantry Volunteer position is an excellent opportunity for a volunteer looking to get more involved in food security and the DTES community. The volunteer will provide weekly support to the Community Pantry for participants in Mission Possible’s Employment Readiness Program. 

The volunteer will be responsible for receiving supply deliveries to stock the pantry. They will sign-out the number of items being taken by each individual, and engage with participants accessing the Community Pantry in a respectful and welcoming manner. The volunteer will communicate any issues to the Manager of Momentum (MOM). They will also share information about other food security resources provided by the MOM. The volunteer should be prepared to safely lift up to 20 lbs. 

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Clean out any expired or rotting food from the Pantry & Fridge
  • Complete regular temperature checks and maintain food safety
  • Receive and unload Community Pantry supplies from partner organizations (arriving between 10:00am - 12:30pm)
  • Input data from the Pantry Item Sign-out sheet
  • Refer participants to access Quest Grocery cards
  • Oversee the Community Pantry to ensure a safe and positive environment is maintained at all times
  • Report any issues or incidents to the MOM
  • Promote any additional food security resources shared by the MOM

Preferred Qualifications

  • Available regularly on Tuesdays and Thursdays morning
  • Able to lift boxes up to 20 lbs
  • Criminal record check
  • Class 5 driver’s license
  •  Access to a vehicle is an asset 
  • Food Safe Level 1 is an asset
  • Experience working in the DTES is an asset


If you’re interested in this position, email the Manager of Momentum, Erin, at erin@mission-possible.ca. Please provide your resume and a brief statement detailing your interest.

 

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