Keep our community markets running—organize, restock, refresh!

Locations:  
  • 3454 Lougheed Hwy, Vancouver 
  • 8345 Winston Street, Burnaby 
Role Overview:

Volunteers will play a key role in restocking the shelves with fresh, frozen, and pantry items during and after pick-ups. This is a great opportunity to ensure the FIFO method is applied to reduce food waste and directly contribute to supporting the community.  

Responsibilities: 
  • Quality check and sort perishable and non-perishable deliveries before restocking shelves; 
  • Efficiently organize food to ensure proper placement and easy access; 
  • Rotate items based on first in, first out (FIFO) method; 
  • Ensure areas are well stocked and merchandised to GVFB standards; 
  • Sweep and clean the facility to maintain GVFB standards; 
  • Monitor parking lot and provide directions to Agencies and vehicles as needed; 
  • Recycle packaging and compost spoiled food. 
Core Skills and Abilities: 
  • Can complete tasks independently; 
  • Ability to follow directions and complete tasks promptly; 
  • Confident in completing tasks independently with minimal supervision. 
Physical Requirements: 
  • Can work independently; 
  • Ability to stand for three hours;  
  • Ability to periodically work in a cooler and freezer (adequate jackets and gloves are provided);  
  • Ability to bend, twist, and lift materials (up to 40lbs) safely. 
Age Requirement:

People aged 16+

Schedule:  
Burnaby 
  • Monday, 8:30 am – 10:30 am 
  • Tuesday – Thursday, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm 
Vancouver 
  • Monday, 8:00 am – 11:00 am 
  • Tuesday – Friday, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm