Tremaine Market Volunteer
(Food for Life Canada, Food Collection and Distribution)
Position ID: V-HVC0279
Last Full Update: 27 Feb 2024
Opportunity Details: Tremaine Market Volunteer
| Comments | Providing rescued food and open one day a week, this market increases access to healthy fresh food for our neighbours in Halton Region. Shift times are Wednesdays 12:30-4:00pm, and 4:00-6:30pm |
| Contact | Erin Vandenberg, Manager - Volunteer Services, Food for Life Canada; Phone: 905-635-1106 ext 224; Email: volunteer@foodforlife.ca |
| Duties | Grocer: Sorting and stocking food for the market, helping neighbours Checkout (18+): Assisting neighbours with the checkout process after their shop Greeter (18+): Welcoming neighbours to the market, helping them as they shop Meat/Cake Counter: Assisting neighbours with their selection of meats and baked goods while they shop |
| Ages | 15 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | Yes |
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Youth (12-18) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Couples |
| Areas of Interest | Community Outreach ; Donations - Food, Fresh Items ; Food Services / Nutrition ; Guide / Greeter ; Life Skills Support ; Newcomer Assistance |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Customer Service ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Leadership ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work |
| Commitment Length | Short Term ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Long Term ; Preferred commitment - one shift per week for 3 months minimum |
| Interaction Level | Small Group |
| Minimum Hours | 3 / Week |
| Dates and Times | Wednesday: Afternoon |
| Seasons | Year Round |
| Accessibility | Partially Accessible ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance |
| Location | Country Heritage Park, 8560 Tremaine Rd |
| Number of Positions | Burlington ; Milton ; Oakville 14 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided |
| Police Check | Not Required |
Agency Details: Food for Life Canada, Food Collection and Distribution
| Office Phone | 905-635-1106 |
| info@foodforlife.ca | |
| Website | www.foodforlife.ca |
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