Food Bank Assistant

(Christian Faith Outreach Centre)

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Position ID: V-OSH1629
Last Modified: 02 Jul 2026
Last Full Update: 02 Jul 2026

Opportunity Details: Food Bank Assistant

Contact Jessica Pennington, Intern, Casual Staff Supervisor; Phone: 365-885-8456; Email: jessica.p@cfoc.ca
Duties
  • Sort, inspect, and organize donated food items by category and expiry date
  • Pack food hampers and boxes according to household size and dietary needs
  • Assist with the distribution of food to community members during service hours
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace at all times
  • Follow all food handling, health, and safety protocols
  • Greet and interact with patrons in a welcoming, non-judgmental manner
  • Assist with receiving and unloading food donations and deliveries
  • Support inventory counts and stock rotation as directed
  • Participate in special food drives, community events, and outreach as needed
  • Communicate any concerns or feedback to the Volunteer Coordinator
Ages 16 year(s) - 65 year(s)
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours Yes
Suitable For Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Youth (12-18) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Men ; Women ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Couples ; Groups ; Individuals ; Community Groups ; Workplaces / Corporate Groups
Areas of Interest Group / Family Volunteering ; Social Interaction ; Poverty & Homelessness ; Donations - Food, Non-Perishable Items ; Donations - Food, Fresh Items
Skills/Experience Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Team Work
Commitment Length Long Term (Minimum of 6 months)
Interaction Level Small Group ; Large Group
Minimum Hours 8 / Week
Dates and Times Monday: Morning (9:30am-12:00pm) 
Thursday: Morning, Afternoon (Morning: 9:30am-12:30pm, Afternoon: 12:00pm-5:30pm)
Seasons Year Round
Accessibility Partially Accessible
Number of Positions Ajax: 5 individual(s) 
 
5 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on-going
Transportation Near public transit
Application Deadline 17 Jul 2026
Police Check Required
Additional Requirements Food Handlers Certificate is mandatory. 
 
For those that are interested in volunteering in the food bank, you will need proof of Vulnerable Sectors Check & Food Handlers Certificate. Applicants will be turned away without providing sufficient documentation. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Liability Insurance Not Available
Start Date On or after 20 Jul 2026

Agency Details: Christian Faith Outreach Centre

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Office Phone 905-619-1109
E-Mail info@cfoc.ca
Website www.cfoc.ca
Address & Map
158 Harwood Ave S
Suite 203
Ajax, ON
Canada L1S 2H6
Mailing Address 158 Harwood Ave S 
Suite 203 
Ajax, ON 
Canada L1S 2H6

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