- Full-Time, Permanent
- 37.5 hours per week
- Living Wage based salary of $50,068 annually.
Who We Are
The GVFB provides assistance to approximately 15,000 people monthly across Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster and the North Shore. We also provide food support to 150 agencies such as housing agencies, women and children’s shelters, transition homes and after school programs, which in turn provide hot meals and snacks to thousands of people each week, including people who are unhoused.
Our mission is providing healthy food to those in need. Our vision is to create healthy communities through fair and effective food systems. Currently, the GVFB distributes 8.9 M lbs of food each year.
The GVFB is a proud winner of BC’s Top Employers 2023!
The GVFB is a certified Living Wage Employer! This recognizes the GVFB’s commitment to paying fair wages, upholding good work standards for our employees, and contributing to poverty reduction and a higher standard of living in our community.
What We Offer
We believe in providing employees with flexibility, and the resources and tools to excel in their role. Employees will work alongside people who are passionate about food insecurity and community. We provide an inclusive office environment with excellent Skytrain accessibility and free parking on-site.
This is a full-time, permanent position, with the opportunity to learn and grow. The successful candidate can expect a Living Wage base salary of $50,068 annually.
Our competitive benefit plan includes extended healthcare and dental, and a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) where employees are matched up to 7% of their contributions. Employees also receive three weeks paid vacation annually, as well as two paid personal days, and a paid birthday day off.
Career and personal development are at the forefront of the GVFB’s culture. After three months of employment, employees have access to $1,500 towards professional development, half of which can be utilized towards wellness initiatives!
Come and enjoy working in an inclusive, award-winning workplace!
Position Overview
The Distribution Associate is involved in multiple aspects of our weekly provision of healthy food to those in need across our catchment areas of Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster, and North Vancouver. The Distribution Team works alongside volunteers to serve those who struggle with food insecurity.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, train, and delegate tasks to a team of volunteers that help onsite;
- Communicate to corresponding departments regarding issues and incidents as they occur;
- Effectively communicate, employ problem-solving skills, and adeptly address conflicts with clients in a manner that is both respectful and professional;
- Set up and restock food lines for maximum efficiency and productivity;
- Ensure the distribution site is clean and well maintained at all times;
- Work and collaborate within a team to execute various tasks within food distribution;
- Complete administration and data entry tasks involving our in-house client database, Microsoft Word, and Outlook;
- Book and conduct client intake appointments and ensure accurate information is being inputted;
- Welcome and scan clients as they arrive;
- Patrol and monitor outside to ensure safety for all those on-site.
Personal Attributes and Core Skills
- Ability to work with sensitivity and without discrimination towards people of diverse cultures, races/ethnicity, socio-economic positions, ages, religions, genders, physical/mental health challenges/disabilities, and sexual orientations;
- Kind, welcoming, and helpful in your approach to dealing with people and contentious situations;
- Must be a critical thinker who can act on their feet;
- Exceptional attention to detail;
- Aptitude to learn and willingness to remain teachable;
- Ability to multi-task in a busy client facing environment;
- Flexibility to work at all of our locations in Greater Vancouver;
- A team player, willing to go above and beyond to assist others;
- Effective interpersonal communication skills (written/verbal), including active listening skills;
- Proven ability to problem-solve and to take responsibility for completing tasks in a timely fashion;
- Lead by example, coach with patience, and model positive behaviour.
Qualifications and Experience
- Verbal and written proficiency in other languages is an asset;
- Training or experience in de-escalation and conflict resolution is an asset;
- Previous experience working in the hospitality industry or in customer service roles is very advantageous;
- Working experience of using Microsoft Word and Outlook;
- Public speaking experience and comfortable speaking in front of small groups.
Physical Requirements
- Physically fit and have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs on an occasional basis;
- Exposure to ambient temperatures and noisy conditions;
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
- The ability to walk and stand throughout the shift.
Notes
Due to high volume applications, only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. The Greater Vancouver Food Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applications will be treated in strict confidence.
A criminal record check for working with vulnerable sectors is required upon hiring.
