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FOOD: Food Pantry Operations Volunteer

HOSD.org/211sandiego., San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Directly contribute to fighting hunger and supporting vulnerable communities in San Diego by volunteering at Partnership for a Better San Diego's food pantry in Mission Valley.

Due to budget constraints, Partnership for a Better San Diego is unable to hire additional food pantry employees. Volunteers help fill that gap so community members can receive the food assistance they need.

Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes Key Responsibilities

Assist with transporting food from donors to the pantry

Help load/unload the pantry truck

Organize and sort food donations to ensure a smooth distribution process

Distribute items to recipients on distribution days; monitor inventory levels and replenish as needed

Engage with pantry recipients with kindness, empathy and a non-judgmental manner

Support with the set up and breakdown of food distributions

Training Provided On-site training is provided at the beginning of each shift.

Attire Closed-toe, non-slip shoes and clothes that can become dirty.

Physical Requirements Need to lift, push, and pull up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods. This role cannot accommodate individuals with physical limitations.

Accessibility The location is not wheelchair accessible.

Weather Food distributions occur rain or shine. Volunteers should notify the pantry coordinator promptly if they are uncomfortable working in these conditions.

Photos Volunteers may not take photos of clients but may be photographed by others.

About Partnership for a Better San Diego The mission of Partnership for a Better San Diego is to combat food insecurity and promote economic stability in San Diego and Imperial Counties by empowering underserved populations. They strengthen the local hospitality sector and advance the labor movement through workforce development programs that provide access to quality union jobs.

Population Served: Families, Homeless, Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups, LGBT, Low‑income communities, Military/Veterans, Offenders/Ex-offenders, People with Disabilities, People with Health-based Concerns.

Activity Types: Collecting, Sorting & Packaging, Food Preparation & Meal Services.

Requirements

Age Minimum: 18+

Court-ordered volunteer: Allowed

Registration Full opportunity address and directions will be emailed after sign‑up. All volunteers must register in advance.

Waiting List If the opportunity is full, you can sign up for the waiting list to be notified if space becomes available.

Signup Questions Please respond to the following questions to sign up.

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