Food Access Assistant
1 week ago
The **Food Access Assistant** will work under the direct supervision of Nanaimo Foodshare’s Kitchen Manager to prepare and provide healthy food for low-income individuals through Nanaimo Foodshare’s food access programs and community events. This role supports delivery of inclusive food access for youth, including 2SLGBTQI+ and Indigenous youth, families, seniors, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. The Food Access Assistant will promote programs, prepare, package, serve, and deliver food. All food and food activities will align with the Canada Food Guide, concepts of sustainability, and health standards.
The Food Access Assistant will support Nanaimo Foodshare’s Good Food Box staff with delivery of the Good Food Box program. The Good Food Box program offers affordable fresh produce to the Nanaimo and surrounding communities, including Gabriola Island, fostering dignified food access. In this capacity, they will interact with volunteers, help in distribution of 600 food boxes, and creation of newsletters and other resources, including instructional cooking videos to engage and educate the public about healthy nutrition. Transferable employment skills will include recipe planning, food costing, bulk food preparation, and delivery logistics, alongside communication skills through participant and partner interactions. Leadership and teamwork skills will be developed through facilitation of activities in collaboration with team members. A valid BC Driver’s license is a strong asset for this position.
The Food Preparation Assistant will gain valuable experience working with diverse populations, supporting underrepresented groups in accessing affordable, nutritious food, and facilitating learning opportunities.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 9 weeks
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
**Benefits**:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Store discount
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application question(s):
- Why are you interested in this Canada Summer Job position?
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (required)
**Location**:
- Nanaimo, BC V9R 2B7 (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-05-12
Expected start date: 2025-06-26
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