Position Summary

We are seeking an organized, independent, and community-minded Food Bank Coordinator to oversee the efficient operations and administrative compliance of our food distribution program on a part-time basis.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement, Donations & Logistics

- Manage grocery budgets and coordinate bulk purchasing to maintain optimal stock levels of nutritious food.
- Receive, verify, and formally acknowledge all cash and in-kind food donations from retail partners, corporations and individual donors.
- Oversee the intake, sorting, safety inspection, and proper rotation of all food inventory.
- Ensure a clean, protected warehouse environment that meets all provincial food safety and local health regulations

Volunteer Leadership & Engagement

- Recruit, onboard, schedule, and train volunteers on proper food handling, safety protocols, and hospitality expectations.

Administration, Compliance & Quality Assurance

- Lead data tracking by managing the Link2Feed database, ensuring client intakes are completed with strict accuracy and absolute confidentiality.
- Create, review, update, and maintain organizational policies and operational procedures to ensure ongoing alignment with our Standards of Excellence accreditation.
- Research, draft, and submit grant applications to secure ongoing local, provincial, and corporate funding.
- Provide guidance to volunteers, fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive team culture.
- Assist with volunteer recognition initiatives and seasonal appreciation events.
- Perform other related duties and operational tasks as assigned by leadership to support the evolving needs of the food bank.

Client Support & Administration

- Deliver respectful and non-judgmental customer service to all clients.
- Collect and maintain precise data on service usage, community demographics,



and inventory counts to generate monthly/quarterly reports using the Link2Feed Program.

Community & Donor Relations

- Act as a primary contact for retail partners, and corporate and private donors providing fresh and non-perishable goods and cash donations.
- Support the Food Bank with coordinating community food drives, fundraising events, or grant reporting data.

Qualifications

- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Social Services, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in food pantry/bank management, warehouse logistics, community programs, or volunteer coordination.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and experience managing client tracking databases. Hands-on experience using the Link2Feed database system (or similar client-tracking software) is desirable.
- Funding Experience: Demonstrated success in writing grant applications and managing program-specific budgets.
- Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with Food Banks Canada's Standards of Excellence framework is highly desirable.

Certifications Requirements:

- Valid British Columbia Driver’s Licence with a clean driving record (access to a reliable vehicle is required)
- Current Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain one within 60 days of hire)
- Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your experience with respect to the position’s required qualifications, skills and certifications.

Application Deadline: November 30, 2026

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Pay: $28.00-$34.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 15.0 per week

Benefits:

- Flexible schedule
- Work from home

Education:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Food Bank Coordinator (Terrace)
🏢 Terrace Church's Food Bank
📍 Terrace