Volunteer – Summer Opportunities:
- DISTRIBUTION STOCKER – Check and replenish food stocks in the Distribution area when food bank is running, including refilling empty fridges, freezers and shelves. When not replenishing, assist in the warehouse, helping to receive, weigh, sort, and store donated and purchased foods. REQUIRED SKILLS: Physical strength and ability to lift food bins repeatedly (up to 50 lbs), high energy and stamina. This can be fast-paced! Ability to be on feet for a few hours is important. MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, OR FRIDAY MORNINGS. Apply here.
- BREAKDOWN KITCHEN CREW – Break down bulk food items to smaller portions and clean produce for distribution. Skills: Ability to lift 40 lbs, safe food handling skills. Available shifts: THURSDAY OR FRIDAY SHIFTS. Apply here.
- DRIVER FOR FOOD RECOVERY – Recover donated food items from local grocery stores. REQUIRED SKILLS: Clean driving abstract, comfortable driving large vehicle, ability to lift 50+ lbs, good customer relations skills, self-directed. Available shifts: TUES, WED, THURS 8:15 AM – 12:30/1 PM. SATURDAYS, 8:15 – 11:00 AM. Apply here.
- WAREHOUSE MAINTENANCE & RECEIVING – Unload the food recovery donations as they arrive and place food in the appropriate storage location (dry/fridge/freezer). Keep the warehouse in an acceptable and safe condition. The M&R volunteer will be trained on lift truck, safety, and safe food handling practices. REQUIRED SKILLS: Ability to problem solve and make decisions, lift 40-50 lbs, comfortable on feet for a few hours. MON TO FRI SHIFTS AVAILABLE, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Apply here.
- SUNSHINE SOUP 65+ – Assist with preparing, cooking and portioning soups. Community cooking program for seniors. Skills: be kind and awesome and 65+. THURSDAYS ONLY, 9:00 – 2:00. Apply here.
- MEALS-4-CHANGE KITCHEN CREW – Assist with preparing, cooking, and portioning meals. Skills: comfortable working in commercial kitchen setting, safe food handling skills an asset. Available Shifts: WEDNESDAYS OR FRIDAYS, 9:00 – 2:00. Apply here.
Volunteers are the backbone of The Sharing Place Food Centre.
Without their dedication and commitment, we would not be able to support our members or run our programs.
We are looking for volunteers who can commit to a regular schedule, on the same day each week. Keeping a regular schedule helps us to provide members with high-quality service. It also allows our volunteers to become comfortable in their roles and build a rapport with the same team each week.
If you are interested in joining this amazing volunteer team, please complete the form by clicking on the yellow button. Thank you!
