Food Pantry Volunteer (Fairfield)

The Food Pantry Volunteer will help provide essential food assistance to low-income individuals and families, with a focus on serving the elderly and homeless population in our community. Volunteers will play a key role in ensuring the efficient distribution of food, assisting clients with dignity and respect, and supporting the overall operations of the pantry.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

⦁ Unload and sort food donations, organizing items for distribution.

⦁ Assist with packing and distributing fresh produce and pantry staples to clients.

⦁ Manage the distribution line to ensure smooth and fair service.

⦁ Provide friendly and compassionate assistance to individuals receiving food.

⦁ Maintain a clean and orderly pantry area.

⦁ Follow all safety and food handling guidelines.

⦁ If bilingual (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, or Vietnamese), assist in translating for non-English-speaking clients (preferred but not required).

Qualifications:

⦁ Must be at least 18 years old.

⦁ Ability to lift moderate to heavy items (10-50 lbs) and stand for extended periods.

⦁ Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a diverse population.

⦁ Willingness to follow directions and work as part of a team.

⦁ A heart for serving the community and treating clients with kindness and dignity.

Schedule & Time Commitment:

When: Every Monday and Wednesday from 8:30 AM - 2 PM.

Time Commitment: Volunteers are encouraged to commit to at least one shift per week.

Additional Information:

⦁ On-site training provided, including food handling and distribution procedures.

⦁ Unable to take groups at this location due to limited space.

⦁ Opportunity to give back to the community and assist those in need.

⦁ Gain experience in food service, teamwork, and customer assistance.

⦁ Letters of recommendation available upon request after consistent service.

Location:The Salvation Army Food Center, 1200 Missouri St, Fairfield, CA 94533

1 shift available:

• Unable to take groups at this location due to limited space: Wednesday July 02, 2025 - 08:30 to 14:00 PST