Join us as a Food Bank 2 Home Order Packer and ensure that healthy and appropriate food is reaching homebound neighbours.

About the role

As a Food Bank 2 Home Order Packer volunteer, you will prepare and pack customized food deliveries for homebound neighbours who experience mobility barriers that hinder or prevent them from accessing their neighbourhood food bank.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare food orders according to order forms and label each bag of food accurately for each homebound neigbhour.

  • Support the lead packer volunteer and other packer volunteers as needed.

  • Welcome volunteer drivers and assist them with loading food deliveries into their cars.

Qualifications

Ability to move and/or lift for the duration of the shift.
Ability to lift 10-20 pounds.
Attention to detail and excellent time management and organizational skills.
Punctual and dependable.
Highly motivated and results-driven with a demonstrated ability to problem-solve and adapt in a fast-paced, high-pressure warehouse environment.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team with a positive attitude.
Experience handling or knowledge of various food products considered an asset.
Volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes such as boots or running shoes.
Important Consideration: For those with food allergies, please be advised you will be potentially exposed to all types of food.

Time commitment

Monday or Tuesday 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. OR Wednesday 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. OR Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Duration

6 months

Location

Food Banks Mississauga, 4544 Eastgate Pkwy, Mississauga ON, L4W 3W6.
Volunteers packing food

Start the application process today! We look forward to welcoming you to our volunteer team.

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Our Volunteer Programs Specialist will contact you to chat further about the role and your availability.

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If you are confirmed for a role, our Volunteer Programs Specialist will provide details for training, onboarding and how to create your account in our Better Impact platform.

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