Our mobile community pantries and refrigerated box trucks travel through the nine counties of the Diocese of Dallas to bring fresh food to those in need. Each mobile food site is run by a volunteer site coordinator.
By choosing to spend your time in the food pantry, you represent the face of hope to families and individuals who are turning to us for help.
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Checking in clients using iPads
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Bagging or boxing food
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Placing food in client vehicle trunks
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Replenishing the stock of food items
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Assisting with directing traffic
What makes a successful volunteer:
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Able to adhere to safety regulations set in place by the agency
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Able to use hands to handle food items and lift medium-sized boxes (between 16 – 20 pounds)
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Ability to stand for hours at a time
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Helpful & courteous
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Dependable & reliable
Dress code: Closed-toe shoes are required (no sandals or flip flops). We recommend dressing in comfortable and casual clothes suitable for the season. We recommend sunscreen, sunglasses, work gloves, and hats in the summer months. Water is provided but we encourage volunteers come hydrated.
Age Requirements: 14 is the minimum age. Volunteers 14-17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times & must submit their Minor Volunteer Waiver qualification.
Commitment: Our hungry neighbors are counting on you to arrive on time and to stay for the entire shift. If you are unable to complete the full shift, then please log into your account and cancel your registration. We hope you can join us another time.
Qualifications: Ongoing Food Pantry Volunteers will be asked to submit a background check.
We appreciate your dedication to serving our community!
