Position Details
Position Title: Volunteer Food Sorter
Supervisor: Warehouse Coordinator
Purpose: To help the Ottawa Food Bank efficiently and effectively organize food for distribution to our agencies across the city.
Time Commitment: Flexible. When available, shifts run morning or afternoons, Monday to Thursday
Tasks, Duties, & Responsibilities
- Unpack donated food
- Categorize and box donated food
- Check the quality of donation
- Check expiration and best-before dates on food products
- Carry boxes to corresponding pallets
- Keep sorting table area clean and tidy
- Follow the direction of the Warehouse Coordinator
Qualifications, Skills, & Requirements
- Able to work independently with minimal support
- Able to read, write and identify product categories
- Able to lift 20 lbs. beneficial, but not necessary
- Able to work effectively in a team setting
- Able to work with a diverse group of individuals
- Must follow directions of the warehouse staff
Health & Safety Requirements
- Due to health and safety regulations, volunteers are not permitted to use equipment
- Closed-toed shoes are required – sandals or open-toed shoes will not be permitted
- Cell phone and earphone use is not permitted in the warehouse
- The minimum age permitted in the warehouse is 14 years
Benefit to You
Assisting with food distribution in a fast-paced, friendly environment.
Benefit to the Ottawa Food Bank
Invaluable. Every donated item is hand sorted by our volunteers – we would not be able to do this without you.
