Transitional Home Food Service Volunteer

Friends of Ruby; Toronto; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A community organization in Toronto seeks a Transitional Home Food Service Volunteer to support 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. Responsibilities include receiving food deliveries, assisting with meal programs, and creating a welcoming environment for community meals. Applicants should have a valid Food Handler certificate and strong organizational skills. This is a chance to contribute to an inclusive space and make a lasting impact. Apply by February 17, 2026, to join us in this important mission.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Comfortable lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Experience identifying as 2SLGBTQIA+ is an asset.
• Knowledge in the sector is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive and organize food delivery.
• Assist with planning and preparing meal programs.
• Support monthly community meals.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Spatial planning skills

Commitment to social justice

Food handling and preparation

Education

Valid Food Handler certificate

Job description

Overview

Friends of Ruby is dedicated to supporting the well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth aged 16-29 through mental health services, social programs, and housing. We operate a Youth Centre, offering barrier-free counselling, hot meals, and community programming, and a Transitional Home providing emergency and long-term housing with life-skills support.

If you are passionate about creating safe, inclusive spaces for marginalized youth, this is your chance to make an impact as a Transitional Home Food Service Volunteer!

About the Role

As a Transitional Home Food Service Volunteer, you will be responsible for:

• Receiving and organizing food delivery: Unload food from delivery truck into the kitchen; organize and shelf the delivered food in the kitchen.
• Food program support: Assisting with planning meal programs; preparing food for meal programs.
• Support monthly community meals: Assist the Food Service Coordinator on the last Thursday of every month; create a safe and welcoming environment; organize the kitchen; serve the residents delicious home cooked meals.

What You Bring

Qualifications:

• Valid Food Handler certificate.
• Comfortable lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Strong organizational and spatial planning skills.
• Commitment to social justice, anti-racism, anti-oppression, housing first approach, harm reduction approach, and trauma-informed care.

Assets:

• Identifies as 2SLGBTQIA+.
• Food handling and preparation experience.
• Knowledge and experience in the sector.

Why Work with Us?

• A welcoming, inclusive environment where your voice matters.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.
• Flexible scheduling that fits your life.
• Growth opportunities in a mission-driven organization.

What We Need

• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check clearance.

Important Note

If you have accessed Friends of Ruby services in the past year, we kindly ask that you refrain from applying for this position. This policy helps to ensure objectivity and avoid potential conflicts of interest. We prioritize equal opportunity for all applicants and aim to maintain the integrity of our organization. We appreciate your understanding and commitment to a fair hiring process.

How to Apply

To ensure a fair and efficient hiring process, we kindly ask that all applications be submitted directly through the job posting link. We are unable to accept phone inquiries regarding this position. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates selected for an interview.

Friends of Ruby is committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please inform our People and Culture team.

Preference will be given to members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community as part of our commitment to equity and representation.

Apply by February 17, 2026, and help us create brighter futures for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.

We cannot wait to hear from you!