Get Involved: Parks & Recreation - Food Service & Distribution Volunteer
Food Service & Distribution Volunteer
- Description:
Requirement: No age restriction. Full background check required for ongoing roles; not needed for one-day events.
Average volunteer time: 2–4 hours per shift. From a single shift up to 5 days per week during peak periods.
Available locations:
- City Recreation and Community Centers
Tasks performed:
- Assemble meals.
- Sign in participants.
- Serve food in various settings.
- Distribute food bags.
- Clean and reset food service areas.
Serve meals, distribute food bags, and serve food in various community settings. Help ensure individuals and families are fed.
- Time Commitment:
Estimated hours per visit: 2–4 hours.
Frequency: As little as one time, or up to 5 days a week.
Typical days/times: Evenings, weekends, breakfast, and lunch hours.
Season: Duration can range from one shift to summer-long opportunities of 5 days a week.
Total commitment: One or more shifts. Both regular and episodic opportunities available.
- Volunteer Benefits:
Skills & learning opportunities: Organization and efficiency.
Connections & community: Meet neighbors and serve others.
Recognition & appreciation: Annual volunteer appreciation event. Service hour certificates. Recognized in the City volunteer report.
Other benefits: Flexible scheduling, family-friendly, counts toward school/court service hours, professional references.
- Interests:
- Hunger Relief, Community Service, Food Access