- Full-Time, Permanent
- 37.5 hours per week
- Competitive salary of $60,000 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 2025!
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 competitive salary of $60,000 annually.
Come and enjoy working in an inclusive, award-winning workplace!
Position Overview
The Food Preservation Lead oversees weekly food preservation tasks, including planning and leading volunteer activities and supervision, and ensuring the food preservation area is clean, equipped, and organized.
This individual will oversee the food preservation day-to-day tasks, as well as complete any necessary research, communicate with partners and stakeholders, and lead various projects including research and development, taste testing exercises, product research, and package design.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate Food Preservation activities and ensure objectives are successfully completed.
- Lead and monitor food preservation processes, including freezing, drying, canning, pickling, and more.
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, such as GMP and HACCP, as needed.
- Lead Food Preservation documentation and data reporting, including monthly updates.
- Maintain records of preservation methods, safety checks, and regulatory compliance, as needed.
- Lead volunteer activities and ensure appropriate supervision and training; provide guidance to volunteers on best practices and safety procedures.
- Lead various projects including research and development, taste testing, product research, package design, and other projects, as assigned.
- Monitor and optimize preservation techniques to maximize product shelf life, maintain quality and to reduce waste.
- Conduct quality control inspections and implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Maintain food preservation equipment and inventory, and ensure cleanliness.
- Support the Operations leadership with project planning including budgeting and cost comparisons.
- Support meal and snack prep for GVFB events, such as Townhalls.
- Complete other duties as assigned by the Operations leadership team.
Personal Attributes and Core Skills
- Ability to work with a diverse community in a manner that meets the organizational values.
- Highly focused and detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Adept at time management and planning, with the ability to prioritize and multitask within a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
- Strong work ethic, ability to exercise initiative, and not afraid to “roll up your sleeves”!
- Ability to handle challenges constructively and consistently provide a solution-focused approach.
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal).
- Friendly, supportive, and collaborative team player that demonstrates a thoughtful and positive attitude.
Qualifications and Experience
- Post-secondary education in food preservation, culinary arts, or a combination of relevant work experience.
- 1-2 years’ experience in food preservation, food production or food science role is an asset.
- Marketing, sales, and design process experience is advantageous.
- Valid FoodSafe Level 1 certification required; FoodSafe Level 2 is an asset.
- Experience with GMP and HACCP guidelines is an asset.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with non-profit organizations is ideal.
Physical Requirements
- Physically fit and have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a consistent basis.
- Exposure to ambient temperatures and noisy conditions.
- 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.
