Support the Agencies team at one of our community markets! Volunteers help restock the markets during and after pick-ups to ensure shelves are filled with a variety of fresh, frozen, and pantry products.
Group size:
Maximum 5 volunteers
Location:
Vancouver Agencies Market: 3454 Lougheed Hwy
Shift times:
- Monday; 9:00 am – 11:00 am
- Wednesday; 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Tasks:
- Quality check and sort perishable (fresh) and non-perishable (dry) 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.
Requirements:
- At least 16 years old
- Can work independently
- Must wear closed-toe shoes onsite
- Ability to stand for two to four hours (depending on shift length);
- Ability to periodically work in a cooler and freezer (adequate jackets and gloves are provided);
- Ability to bend, twist, and lift up to 40 lbs safely.
