Food Bank Worker - CASUAL

Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here. Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Job Description: Position Purpose summary: The casual Food Bank Worker provides support to the food bank program provided by The Salvation Army Kitchener Community Church & Family Care Centre on an as needed basis. Accountabilities: Food Bank Aid with processing, unloading, documenting, and sorting donations of food for the Food Bank program and assist with preparing donated items for distribution. Maintain food bank stock, cleanliness, tidiness, and organization of food bank area, if needed assist with food drives. Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect. Receive phone calls for food bank intake. Complete intake with clients. Record statistical data in a clear, organized, and accurate manner. Assist with pick-up and delivery of food and donations from/to donors and clients using program vehicle. Ensure that program fliers and resource materials are stocked and available for distribution. Health and Safety Adherence to all health and safety standards. Assist with ensuring that the Food Bank is maintained in regard to organization, appearance, maintenance and general cleanliness and safety as recommended by Public Health etc. Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures. Program Assistance Assist with seasonal programs including Share the Warmth, Christmas kettles and/or Christmas Toy Hamper program. Perform other related duties as required. CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: Governance Boards and Councils: None Internal: Executive Directors, Director, volunteers, and staff. External: Community, clients. MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY: This position reports directly to the Executive Director or designate. FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT: Assist with food bank materials management such as donations/product flow and distribution of same. May handle seasonal donations. Required to ensure that Ministry Unit policies and procedures are followed for the safe/secure handling of all monetary donations received. WORKING CONDITIONS: This is a casual position Flexibility in scheduling is required. Ability to lift/move more than 40 lbs. and this job requires reaching, bending, and stooping frequently; working in a standing position for long periods of time. Working environment is typically inside in generally agreeable conditions. Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification. Normal hours of work: This position is a casual position. Hours will typically take place Monday – Friday between 8 am and 4:30 pm. The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct. Education, Qualifications and Certifications: Completion of secondary school. Safe Food Handlers Certification is an asset . Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered. Experience and Knowledge Requirements: Some experience working in a food bank is an asset. . Skills and Capabilities: Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement. Ability to use computers…

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