We are beyond grateful to the continuous generosity afforded to Cherryville Community Food & Resource Society by The Colin & Lois Pritchard Foundation. We have been absolutely blessed by this foundation and their extraordinary giving hearts! Thank You from all of us at the Cherryville Resource Society.
The Food Bank Floor Manager oversees weekly operations of the Cherryville Food Bank, which includes communicating and networking with community members and organizations, coordinating and supervising volunteers, sorting, and breaking down food, computer and clerical work, driving the food truck, and basic housekeeping of the food bank building.
Education, Training, and Experience:
Any experience in a manager type role is an asset
Working on a team and performing duties as a team player is required
Familiar with Cherryville area is preferrable
Knowledge and experience of working in the food industry is an asset
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships
Technical skills (computer savvy, able to use excel and word, etc.)
Valid BC Driver’s License and clear driver abstract
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
Must have up-to-date food safe
Work Performed
Duties and Responsibilities for this position include:
Managing all aspects of food security services (monthly hampers, weekly drop-ins, stocking community fridge, Christmas hampers event, Community Garden support, working collaboratively with Senior Meals staff)
Managing food orders through established partnerships (i.e., NFSS, partner food banks, etc.)
Utilizing/maintaining food bank equipment (freeze drier, walk-in fridge/freezer, food truck)
Scheduling and coordinating volunteers to carry out specific tasks and responsibilities
Networking and working collaboratively with local stakeholders to grow food bank services
Requires physical ability to move, pick up, and stack heavy boxes
Tracking and reporting (maintain call log, compiling data, taking notes/records, etc.) and checking in with ED/President on regular basis, providing monthly reports and sharing data
Confidentiality Agreement must be signed and adhered to. CCF&RS has a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and/or breaking confidentiality, upholding privacy of food bank recipients is critical
Must adhere to COVID-19 guidelines, policy, and protocols
Hours
This is a part-time position, consisting of 17.5 hours per week at 21.00/hour (includes MERCS). Thursdays are typically Hamper days and remaining hours may be flexible outside of food pick up times with our partner organizations.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit resume with at least two references by email to:
Thank you to Food Banks Canada for supporting Cherryville Community Food & Resource Society with a very generous grant, with funding through Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Emergency Food Security Fund. The food security services we provide would not be possible without your incredible support.
Photos are of our 2021 Christmas Hamper & Gifts for Children Event. Thanks to Food Banks Canada, we were able to purchase food to fill 70 hampers! This is an increase compared to previous years and a testament to how COVID-19 continues to impact our community. Thank you again for your ongoing support!
The students from Cherryville Elementary School who helped the Cherryville Community Food & Resource Society set up and prepare hampers for the Christmas Hamper & Gifts for Children event. Thank you all!
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