Food Bank Volunteer, Alex Acheampong Foundation

Expert Employment; Hawley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Hawley is seeking volunteers for the Food Bank role. You'll assist in sorting food, welcoming service users, and managing donations. Ideal candidates are friendly and empathetic, ready to support a diverse community. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant local impact and gain valuable skills in a supportive environment. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.

Benefits

Opportunity to make a difference

New skills in teamwork and communication

Friendly, supportive environment

Travel expenses reimbursed

Qualifications

• Friendly, reliable, and empathetic.
• Open to supporting people from diverse backgrounds.
• Drivers desirable (mileage expenses covered).

Responsibilities

• Sorting and packing food parcels.
• Welcoming and supporting service users during sessions.
• Collecting donations from supermarkets and partners.
• Assisting with stock control and records.
• Helping with smooth distribution on open days.

Skills

Team player

Good communication skills

Empathy

Reliability

Job description

About Us

The Alex Acheampong Foundation (AAF) is a registered charity supporting individuals and families facing food insecurity. Based at Mayfield Community Centre in Farnborough, our food bank provides food parcels, hygiene products, and essentials to those in need. Our services have grown rapidly, and we are now looking for passionate volunteers to join our team.

The Role

As a Food Bank Volunteer, you will help us support local people through tasks such as:

• Sorting and packing food parcels.
• Welcoming and supporting service users during sessions.
• Collecting donations from supermarkets and partners.
• Assisting with stock control and records.
• Helping with smooth distribution on open days.

What We\'re Looking For

• Friendly, reliable, and empathetic.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Open to supporting people from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience helpful but not required as training provided.
• Drivers desirable (mileage expenses covered).

What You\'ll Gain

• The chance to make a real difference locally.
• New skills in teamwork and communication.
• A friendly, supportive environment.
• Travel expenses reimbursed