FareStart
Distribute Food at Community Market at MLK Apartments
FareStart, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Our Mobile Community Market successfully reaches many underserved and low-income communities, with customers returning week after week to collect fresh produce that they would not otherwise have access to. With the help of our farm and community partners, we collect and purchase fresh food and staples and then redistribute them to communities with limited access to healthy and nutritious food.
Tasks
Support market staff
Help set-up market
Welcome and engage with customers
Keep product stocked and available
Assist customers with market selections
Collect voucher survey data
Help clean up and break down market
Qualifications and Requirements
Be able to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly.
Be able to stand and walk for up to 2 hours.
Excellent communication skills, comfortable talking with people
Bilingual helpful but not necessary in the following languages: Spanish, Ukrainian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Cambodian, & French Creole
Adhere to FareStart's volunteer expectations
Must be 16yrs + of age
Health & Safety Considerations:
Do not volunteer if sick
FareStart is a mask-friendly environment
4 shifts available:
Wednesday April 09, 2025 - 14:15 to 16:45 PST
Wednesday June 11, 2025 - 14:15 to 16:45 PST
Wednesday July 09, 2025 - 14:15 to 16:45 PST
Wednesday August 13, 2025 - 14:15 to 16:45 PST