Title: Emergency Food Warehouse Assistant/Helper
Neighbour to Neighbour Centre, Hamilton, ON

Summary of Role:
Assist with day-to-day service of food programs including Food Bank, Warehouse and Home Delivery and projects as designated by Manager, Emergency Food Services. Provide support to Food Bank and Warehouse with inventory, shelf stocking, sorting, receiving, organizing and cleanup. This position involves working in the service of clients at risk, receiving donations from donors, supporting special projects, supporting a team environment, and working independently, and assisting staff with pick-ups and deliveries. Experience with problem solving, attention to detail and physical stamina (lifting 25-50 lbs.). In addition, data entry and other duties as assigned.

POSITION DETAILS NOTE: Positions are dependent on confirmation of Service Canada, Canada Summer Jobs funding. Therefore, the term length may vary and is subject to change.

• Position term: 2 positions, 450 hours over 15 weeks each
• Employment start date: May 5, 2025
• Hours of work: 30 hours/week
• Schedule: Most daytime hours. Some evening work is required.
• Wage rate per hour: $21.30

ELIGIBILITY NOTES
These positions are available pending funding through Service Canada, Canada Summer Jobs, which requires that all intern applicants:

• Can complete the full hours before August 30, 2025;
• Are between 15 and 30 years of age;
• Are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or have official refugee protection status under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; and
• Are legally entitled to work in Canada, according to relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations

RESPONSIBILITIES:

WAREHOUSE

• Greet donors and receive inventory
• Weigh and track donations & spoilage
• Sort incoming donations, checking for date and condition
• Keep inventory organized and accessible
• Process cardboard and recycling
• Bag fresh items into appropriate portions

FOODBANK

• Serve as Food Bank Greeter
• Stocks food bank, fridges, and freezers
• Assist clients with receiving food in food bank
• Prepare home deliveries and food boxes

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in warehouse setting
• Experience with customer service and or serving the public
• Physical stamina to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience working with volunteers and community members
• Knowledge of, lived experience of, and/or commitment to issues of hunger, poverty, social justice

To apply for this position, please send your cover letter and resume [email protected], with "Emergency Food Helper" in the subject header. No generic applications will be considered. All applications must be received by April 25, 2025, at 11:59 pm.

Neighbour to Neighbour is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for next steps will be contacted.

Neighbour to Neighbour Centre is committed to employment equity and encourages applicants from equity seeking and deserving groups. We are dedicated to providing an atmosphere free from barriers in order to embody and best demonstrate equity, inclusivity, and diversity. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees.

If you require accommodation during the application and recruitment process , please contact Human Resources at 905-574-1334 Ext 209 as soon as possible.