Fresh Food Rx - Delivery Assistant

Delivery Support - Groceries from The SEED

Commitment: up to 5 hours weekly or biweekly for a minimum of 2 months

Days/Times: Thursdays, 12 - 5 pm or 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Location: The SEED’s Fresh Food Warehouse (69 Huron St)

Staff Support Person:

  • Sarah Wilmer, Fresh Food Rx Coordinator, The SEED
  • Nicole Leighton, Grocery and Market Enterprise Coordinator, The SEED

 

Impact of Position:
Increased food access for community members in Guelph and the Wellington County

About The SEED:
The SEED is a not-for-profit food access program of the Guelph Community Health Centre that was created in 2015 by a coalition of community organizations and individuals.

The SEED delivers community programs and operates social enterprises that address the causes and effects of food insecurity. We are working towards a community with no barriers to healthy food.

About Groceries from The SEED:
Groceries from The SEED is a sliding scale online grocery store with a purpose! When you shop at Groceries from The SEED you help people in your community afford good food. It takes a community to feed a community.

 

Duties:

  • Ride along on routes in The SEED’s delivery vehicles
  • Assist with loading various delivery vehicles
  • Unload grocery orders and deliver directly to households and pick-up hubs
  • Interact with community members and customers in a friendly manner

 

Skills Required:

  • Attention to detail, punctual, and reliable
  • Respectful attitude, including patience and flexibility
  • Ability to work as an effective member of a team
  • Able to follow directions closely
  • Commitment to equity and anti-oppressive practices
  • Show initiative and enthusiasm
  • Able to lift up to 50lb consistently

Other Requirements

  • A Vulnerable Sector Check is required for this volunteer position

Training:

  • Ongoing support will be provided by on-site staff and team leads

Benefits:

  • Meet people in your community
  • Contribute to food security in your community
  • Be appreciated for your hard work
  • Build your network and gain future references
  • Snacks & beverages available on-site

 

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