Food Market Volunteer- COVID Support (HOPE House)

Food Market Volunteer- COVID Support

(HOPE House)

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Position ID: V-GUE3159

Last Modified: 15 Dec 2021

Last Full Update: 15 Dec 2021

Opportunity Details

Impact Statement

Providing poverty alleviation in Guelph

Contact

Nicole Barrette, they/she, Volunteer & Placement Coordinator, HOPE House Guelph; Phone: (519) 265-4299 ext 29 * 226-501-5253; Email: volunteers@hopehouseguelph.ca

Duties

- Follow COVID safety protocols (must wear PPE, wash hands, sanitize frequently, clean surfaces, etc.)
- Go through Food Market to see what items are running low on stock
- With supervision, bring up additional food items from basement
- Stock Shelves & move shelved product to the front of shelves
- Portion items such as:
- Bag toilet paper
- Fill produce baskets with produce bags to make them ready for restocking
- Bag rice or dry beans
- Sort eggs in the walk-in cooler and put into empty half containers to put in Food Market for selection
- Break down boxes
- Do community members' shopping
- Pack perishables and non-perishables for deliveries
- Maintain tidy and organized work space
- Assist with taking grocery orders as needed - language skills an asset
- Follow health & safety protocols
- Other duties as required, as in support the Breakfast Program

Sustainable Development Goals

No Poverty ; Zero Hunger ; Good Health and Well-Being ; Reduced Inequality ; Responsible Consumption and Production ; Partnerships to achieve the Goal

More Info Link

https://hopehouseguelph.com/programming/food-market/

Benefits

- Experience working with diverse populations
- Monthly access to Volunteer shop at the Food Market
- Monthly access to Volunteer shop at the Clothing Market
- Training and education opportunities
- Community building
- Possible employment reference
- Experience with the Food Industry / Food Security

Clients

Vulnerable populations; disabled, mental health, new Canadians, addiction, young families, homeless, poverty, etc.

Ages

14 year(s) and up

Suitable For

Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Couples ; Groups ; Workplaces / Corporate Groups

Areas of Interest

Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Customer / Sales Services ; Food Services / Nutrition ; Manual Labour / Physical Labour ; Newcomer Assistance ; Pandemic / Coronavirus / COVID-19 Support ; Poverty & Homelessness ; Shelf Stocking / Warehousing / Inventory ; Special Needs / Differently Abled ; Translation / Languages / Interpretation

Skills/Experience

Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Customer Service ; Team Work ; Translation & Languages - Not required but a huge asset. ; Ability to lift 30 lbs (carts available); food safety knowledge, basic math (can be done by a co-volunteer), language skills an asset.

Parking can be found at the Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate
HOPE House has many stairs (elevator available)

Commitment Length

Short Term (Up to 4 months) ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Long Term (More than 1 year)

Interaction Level

Solitary - If getting stock from lower level. ; One-on-one - If assisting shoppers to select their items, other volunteers would be present. ; Small Group

Minimum Hours

4 / Week

Dates and Times

Monday: Morning, Afternoon (8:30 am - 12:15 pm; 12:00 - 4:15 pm)
Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon (8:30 am - 12:15 pm; 12:00 - 4:15 pm)
Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon (8:30 am - 12:15 pm; 12:00 - 4:15 pm)
Thursday: Morning, Afternoon (8:30 am - 12:15 pm; 12:00 - 4:15 pm; 4:00 - 6:00 p)

HOPE House relies on weekly Volunteers.

Seasons

Year Round

Accessibility

Fully Accessible ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features

Location

10 Cork St. East. Accessibility entrance 7 Church Lane. Downtown Guelph.

Number of Positions

Guelph

7 individual(s) needed in total.

Training

Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on the job ; Training on-going - Includes development training ; Training & orientation materials available, on the job training focused.

Transportation

Near public transit

Cost

There is never a cost to Volunteer at HOPE House

Police Check

Required

Additional Requirements

A positive Police Record Check result does not automatically disqualify you from Volunteering at HOPE House. Proof of covid vaccination required.

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