Food Distribution Volunteer

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VOLUNTEER ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Third Wednesday of the Month: 7:00 am to 12:30 pm

On the Third Wednesday of the month we host our Monthly Food Distribution event on site. Volunteers can expect a larger group of fellow volunteers on these days and to work alongside other volunteers in various capacities, including sorting, packing and distributing fresh produce. The following roles will be available:

Food Sorter and Packer: These volunteers are tasked with assisting the driver in unloading pallets of food. Moving and arranging produce boxes to the packing area to facilitate the packing process. Pack produce bags/boxes with predetermined quantities of produce items. Once packed, place packed bags/boxes in distribution tables.

Food Distributor: Volunteers distribute pre-packaged produce boxes/bags and help our guests with loading into their carts or vehicles if necessary. Clean up, including breaking down boxes and removing empty pallets if applicable.

Guest Greeter/Registration:

If you’re bilingual and able to assist clients at distribution sites, we need your help as a client greeter and registration volunteer. A guest greeter and registration volunteer is the first point of contact for guests at Casa Milagrosas distribution site. These volunteers must have a cheerful, welcoming demeanor and a willingness to welcome new clients. The greeter and registration volunteer is responsible for: Answering questions clients may have (in their preferred language), Setting expectations for the distribution and helping new guests navigate the distribution.

Brief job descriptions are provided here. More details are shared in a welcoming email.