Food share and Pantry Distribution Assistant Role

Braunstone Food share is our foodbank scheme, the purpose of which is to work towards alleviating food poverty in Braunstone. This is a means-tested, membership-based scheme available to people in need living in the LE3 1 postcode area. We have a long-term volunteering position available on a Wednesday, for a Food share and Pantry Distribution Assistant.

In order to undertake this role, you will be required to support the Foodshare team on a Foodbank day, assisting both members of the Food share and Pantry when they come in to collect their food.

Client confidentiality is a must, and applicants should have strong communication skills.
This is a unique opportunity to work within the community, providing help and assistance to some of the most vulnerable people in Braunstone.

You must be available on Tuesday and Wednesday to undertake this role and be able to provide a minimum of 2 hours volunteering per week.

Where the role is based: B-Inspired Neighbourhood Support Base, Gallards Hill, Braunstone, Leicester, LE3 1QR

Key Skills
• Excellent communication skills – both listening and verbal
• Content working in a fast-paced environment
• Resilience and organisation skills

What you’ll be doing:

One of our vital and key roles. The Foodshare and Pantry Distribution Assistant Role is an integral part of the b inspired Foodshare service.
You will work with the Neighbourhood Support Team and Volunteers, to assist in the smooth running of Foodshare on Foodbank Days. You will help people to access the foodbank, by welcoming Foodshare and Pantry members and helping pantry members to choose their items. You will also be asked to prepare fresh fruit and veg bags for Foodshare members.

The Foodshare service is in operation from 10:00am to 4:00pm on Tuesdays and 9.30am – 4:00pm on Wednesdays.

Responsible to Olivia Doyley – Foodshare Coordinator
When and Where:

• Tuesday mornings / afternoons at Binspired
• Wednesday mornings/afternoons at binspired