FOOD: Organize/Set Up a Community Market

Porchlight Community Services' volunteers play a crucial role in setting up a grocery-style food pantry with over 5,000 pounds of rescued food every week. Later in the day, families can choose and "shop" for the food they take home. Their Refill Pantry supports the elimination of single use plastic and they divert thousands of pounds of food from going to the landfill yearly. As a "Choice pantry," these events provide a healing space, offering clients a dignified place to choose food products. Your commitment to this cause ensures a positive and empowering experience for those seeking nutritious food.

Volunteers contribute significantly to reducing food waste, promoting food justice, and empowering individuals with choices. Join in crafting a positive experience from the moment participants arrive!

Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes

Key Responsibilities:

Unloading and organizing incoming food deliveries swiftly.

Arranging food stations:Categorize and display the rescued, high-quality food items

Organizing non-perishables: Neatly stack products and label them

Verify inventory accuracy and expiration dates

Noting special dietary needs: Set up a designated area for participants with specific dietary needs or allergies

Riding along in the company van to help load and unload food donations

Picking up items to be brought back to the pantry

Skills & Qualifications:

No prior experience required

Able to lift bags weighing up to 35 pounds using proper lifting technique

Comfortable standing for the duration of the shift

Training Provided:

On-site training provided at the beginning of the shift

Attire: Closed-toe shoes are required for safety. Comfortable clothing to work in and possibly get dirty. Hair pulled back

Physical Requirements: Bending, ability to repeatedly lift 20 pounds. You'll be standing and moving during most of your shift. Accommodations can be made for physical limitations such as sitting down during shift to perform tasks. The project space is wheelchair accessible

Note: Signing up as a team has been disabled for this project. Last minute team cancellations for a shift this small have been extremely detrimental to Porchlight being able to distribute food to families in need so only individual sign up is allowed and groups cannot be accommodated during this shift. Volunteers must be fully signed up through HandsOn San Diego to attend.

Please give AT LEAST 12 hours notice if you cannot attend

About Porchlight Community Services

The mission of the Porchlight Cooperative is to relieve hunger, eliminate waste and increase the self-sufficiency of individuals.

76 shifts available:

• San Diego CA 92123 US: Wednesday May 01, 2024 - 09:30 to 14:00 PST
• San Diego CA 92123 US: Thursday May 02, 2024 - 09:30 to 14:30 PST
• San Diego CA 92123 US: Thursday May 02, 2024 - 09:30 to 14:30 PST
• San Diego CA 92123 US: Friday May 03, 2024 - 09:30 to 14:00 PST
• San Diego CA 92123 US: Friday May 03, 2024 - 09:30 to 14:00 PST
• San Diego CA 92123 US: Saturday May 04, 2024 - 09:30 to 13:30 PST
• San Diego CA 92123 US: Saturday May 04, 2024 - 09:30 to 13:30 PST
• San Diego CA 92123 US: Monday May 06, 2024 - 09:30 to 14:00 PST
• San Diego CA 92123 US: Monday May 06, 2024 - 09:30 to 14:00 PST
• San Diego CA 92123 US: Tuesday May 07, 2024 - 09:30 to 14:00 PST
• San Diego CA 92123 US: Tuesday May 07, 2024 - 09:30 to 14:00 PST
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