Description
The Salvation Army Boundless Vancouver executes ongoing food rescue activities to enable programs such as Nourishing Hope Hampers, Breakfast Connect, and seasonal/special events.
The Food Rescue Operations Associate assists the Food Services Coordinator and Community Ministries Director in the day-to-day operations of food recovery, preparation, and procurement logistics. The ideal candidate is highly organized, an effective communicator, and a go-getter with the ability to work quickly in time-sensitive scenarios. You can make things happen!
Hours:
- 06:30-14:00, Monday to Friday
- Jan. 4th, 2022 – April 22nd
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate volunteers and assist the Food Coordinator in food rescue, food donation procurement and distribution to community partners.
- Record, track, analyze and provide actionable insights on food rescue data.
- Lead volunteers and help with daily food donation organizing, measuring, packaging, and distributing of Nourishing Hope Hampers.
- Work with volunteers to prepare meals for the Breakfast Connect Program.
- Assist with food procurement through partnership development and community outreach.
- Coordinate volunteers and assist the Food Coordinator in food rescue, food donation procurement and distribution to community partners.
- Record, track, analyze and provide actionable insights on food rescue data.
- Lead volunteers and help with daily food donation organizing, measuring, packaging, and distributing of Nourishing Hope Hampers.
- Work with volunteers to prepare meals for the Breakfast Connect Program.
- Assist with food procurement through partnership development and community outreach.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Due to the nature of the ECO Canada & Canada Summer Jobs Grant, applicants must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment and be 30 years of age or under.
Education/Certifications:
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program, preferably in commerce, nutrition, or related fields.
- Class 5 driver’s license. A Class 7 driver’s license with an excellent driving record from ICBC can be considered.
Experience/Required Skills/Knowledge:
- Able to perform moderate lifting (50 lbs) and physical labour for long stretches.
- Adequate experience and an understanding of process optimization.
- Ability to adapt and prioritize many different tasks and initiatives.
- Current knowledge of issues and trends including best practices in the enhancement of quality of life and food security.
- Demonstrated leadership ability and highly developed interpersonal, communication, multitasking, and time management skills.
- Ability to utilize related equipment such as various word processing including MS Office applications and email.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English to establish and maintain positive relationships with community partners.
- Able to work with a team consisting of staff and volunteers in a busy, fast-paced environment.
- Quick learner & self-starter.
- Empathetic individual with the ability to work cooperatively, patiently, and effectively with others.
PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:
- Experience with event planning, an asset.
- Customer service experience, an asset.
- Food Safe training, an asset.
- Knowledge of the Link2Feed platform, an asset.
Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:
- Background check consent
- A clear vulnerable sector screening
- A clean drivers abstract
- Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training
The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.
In support of our commitment to a healthy and safe workplace and community, The Salvation Army (TSA) has a vaccination requirement for all employees in Canada. The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on the condition of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and will be required to provide proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to provincial/territorial human rights legislation. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Human Rights Code, a request for accommodation can be submitted and written proof satisfactory to TSA will be required.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
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