Operations Support - Distribution Volunteer

Organization Details
Organization Name: Second Harvest Canada
Address: 120 The East Mall
Toronto ON  M8Z 5V5
Website: http://secondharvest.ca
Organizational Description: Second Harvest is Canada's largest food rescue organization and is a global thought leader on perishable food redistribution. We work with thousands of food businesses from across the supply chain to redirect unsold surplus food to non-profit organizations that feed communities in every province and territory.

By keeping perfectly edible food from ending up in landfill and redirecting it to the charitable sector, our work prevents harmful greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere and improves access to nutrition for the millions of people in Canada experiencing food insecurity.

Second Harvest is a national food rescue charity that is a separate organization and legal entity from Harvest Manitoba.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 6516
   
Description of Duties:

In this role, you will support the Head of Operations (Manitoba) by representing Second Harvest at Bimbo Canada Distribution Centre, helping facilitate the distribution of surplus food to designated partner agencies.


Responsibilities will include:



  • Sort through surplus food according to safe consumption.

  • Ensure agency partners are following protocol and safe work practices of the food donor facility.

  • Maintain a strong working relationship with food donor staff and partner agencies.

  • Promote Second Harvest's mission and vision while upholding our core values of Community, Integrity, Environment & Collaboration.

   
Skills Required:

  • Strong command of the English language

  • A friendly and professional manner, including excellent customer service.

  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. Physical requirements may also include bending, twisting, reaching overhead, lifting, squatting and kneeling.

  • Valid Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle is considered an asset.

   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

  • As a National Volunteer, you will help share our vision of No Waste. No Hunger. in your own community by playing a key role in reducing food waste and food insecurity.

   
Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:
Daytime


  • Monday-Friday availability, 7:30AM - 11:00 AM.

  • Volunteers must commit to a minimum of one day per week for at least 3 months, on their chosen day(s).

Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: General Populace
Organization will provide: Training/Orientation
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Nov 30, 2026

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