Nourish Pierce County Graham/ South Hill Food Bank

Company: Nourish Pierce County
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

Feed your neighbors in need as a volunteer with us! As a food bank volunteer, you directly contribute to our mission of providing nutritious food to people in need with compassion, dignity, and respect. Volunteering with Nourish Pierce County is a great way to meet new people, serve an immediate need in the community, and have some fun!

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Greet and welcome food bank clients
Help load groceries in clients cars
Within the food bank, help move boxes of food around and stage for distribution
Sort and bag fresh produce
Pack non-perishable grocery boxes
Assist with food distribution and replenish food bins
Clean food bank and assist with garbage disposal
Interact with all volunteers, staff and clients with compassion, dignity, and respect

Skills Necessary:

Must be physically fit and able to lift at least 20 pounds repeatedly throughout shifts
Ability to work on your feet for several hours
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Comfortable in a busy environment
Courtesy and helpfulness are expected
Closed toe shoes and shirts with sleeves are required
Good customer service skills and the ability to work in a team are required

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