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Food Program Coordinator Needed (Whitby)
209 Cochrane Street near Cochrane and Dundas
compensation:
$22.50/hour
employment type:
contract
experience level:
entry level
job title:
Food Program Coordinator Needed
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Contract Term: November 2026-June 2027
Hours: Approximately 15 hours per week -onsite
Compensation: $22.50 per hour
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
St. Andrew’s Community Food Bank serves individuals and families throughout Whitby and the surrounding community by providing access to food and essential items in a welcoming, respectful and supportive environment.
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Part-Time Food Program Coordinator to help support the day-to-day operation of the food bank and ensure our busy programs continue to run smoothly. At St. Andrew’s Community Food Bank every day is different. We are looking for a candidate who can respond to the ever-changing needs of our clients with flexibility, creativity and compassion.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Part-Time Food Program Coordinator will provide hands-on operational support to the food bank, working closely with food bank leadership, volunteers, donors, community partners and clients. The Food Program Coordinator will report directly to the Food Bank Director.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is organized, dependable, comfortable working with a wide variety of people and enjoys being part of a busy, community-focused environment.
The successful candidate will help coordinate volunteers, manage in-kind donations and special programs, assist with purchasing and support the many day-to-day activities required to keep the food bank operating successfully.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Coordinate and support food bank volunteers, including communication, orientation and day-to-day direction.
•. Help create a positive, welcoming and motivating environment for volunteers.
•. Build and maintain positive relationships with in-kind donors, community partners and local organizations.
•. Assist with the food bank’s backpack and other community support programs.
•. Assist with receiving, organizing and distributing food and other donated items.
•. Support daily operational activities to ensure the food bank is prepared and running efficiently.
•. Assist with organizing and packing food for agency pick-ups and food delivery program.
•. Assist with special food drives, donation events and community awareness initiatives.
•. Communicate with volunteers, donors, community partners and members of the public in a professional and respectful manner.
•. Assist with problem-solving and operational issues as they arise.
•. Help maintain an organized, safe and welcoming food bank environment.
•. Support food bank leadership with other operational and administrative duties as required.
KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
•Passionate about serving those most vulnerable within our community. With a strong focus on inclusion, advocacy and support for those affect by food insecurity and poverty.
•Self-motivated, organized and detail oriented with a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills.
•Excellent communication skills with ability to communicate with food bank users, donors, staff, volunteers, and other community stakeholders.
•Knowledgeable of national, provincial and regional food safety guidelines. Able to ensure cold chain is safely maintained for perishable product.
•. Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
•. Able to maintain a positive, motivational and team-oriented approach.
•. Basic computer skills are required for using Google suite and/or Microsoft Word as well as email.
•. Able to maintain professionalism, discretion and confidentialities where required.
•. Comfortable working in a busy, hands-on environment.
•. Able to stand for prolonged periods of time and lift/carry up to 40lbs.
•. Ability to pass a criminal record check for working within the vulnerable sector. Includes completion of Leading With Care contracts/covenants as directed by the Presbyterian Church in Canda.
•. Legally eligible to work in Canada.
ASSETS
•. We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with people in a role that contributes positively to their community. We hope this position will attract someone energetic, personable and approachable, who is able to encourage and motivate others. We are looking for someone who can balance professionalism with compassion, is flexible and can pitch in wherever needed.
•. Previous experience in social services, community services, food security, nonprofit organizations or a related environment is an asset, but not required.
•. Previous experience coordinating or supervising volunteers would be considered an asset, but is not required.
•. Access to a vehicle and a valid G-class driver’s licence is helpful but not required.
•. Ability to speak another language would be considered an asset, but is not required.
SCHEDULE AND RENUMERATIONS
The Food Program Coordinator position is paid at $22.50/hr for 15 hours of onsite work per week. Working hours will be divided into approximately 5 hours shifts Wednesday through Friday. An additional 4% is paid in lieu of vacation time.
Due to the nature of this role, it is understood there will be times of the month/year that are busier and require more hours of work than others. It is also understood that there will be occasions when work will be necessary on evenings and/or weekends to ensure the objectives of the food bank are successfully being met (i.e. fundraising events, community engagement activities, food drives, or seasonal special projects.)
Because of the variability in schedule required for this role, the Food Program Coordinator will have some flexibility in managing their weekly working hours. Time off in lieu, during the regular work week will be offered for any time over the 15 paid weekly hours worked.
In addition to salary benefits, there are annual training and education opportunities included with this offer of employment. Travel/mileage is reimbursed when travel is required for maintaining foodbank operations and activities.
START DATE The start date for the Food Bank Operations Coordinator is November 4th, 2026. **This is a contract position until
the End of June 2027 – with the expectation and opportunity for continued employment.
Please forward all resumes or applications Attn: Emily Fern standrewscommunityfoodbank@gmail.com
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