This role is funded by Canada Summer Jobs. Eligibility Requirements are:
- be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
- have a valid SIN and be legally entitled to work in Canada
Start Date: June 29, 2026
End Date: August 28, 2026
Make a difference in your community!
Under the general supervision of the Coordinator and their assistant, this role supports the community through the Lindsay Community Food Market (LCFM). LCFM is a non-traditional food bank owned and operated by Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS). Launched in 2019, LCFM emphasizes the importance of choice and dignity in food banking by offering both pick-up and shopping-style appointments that allow clients to choose their foods as they would be able to at a grocery store. All aspects of LCFM operations are dedicated to supporting the dignity of clients, which means we do not conduct any means testing nor do we require ID verification to access LCFM services. Clients are served without bias or judgement.
This position is ideal for a student or young professional interested in community services, food systems, or social impact work.
Responsibilities/Duties
As part of the core function of this role, you will assist the LCFM Coordinator with the following:
- Answering phone calls, texts and/or emails as needed
- Booking appointments
- Assisting staff and volunteers with set-up and execution of market days, which will include stocking and organizing shelves
- Greeting and assisting clients with shopping, hamper packing, etc.
- Supporting inventory planning and food sourcing
- Daily cleaning and organization of the space, including breaking down the cardboard recycling, sweeping, vacuuming, etc.
- Other duties as required to support food bank operations
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to remain calm, respectful, and empathetic while working with diverse populations in a high-volume food bank setting
- Basic administrative and computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and a willingness to learn client data systems (e.g., Link2Feed)
- Ability to stay organized and adapt in a busy, fast-paced environment
- Comfortable working with and supporting volunteers in a positive, team-oriented way
- Willingness to learn and contribute to a supportive, community-focused workplace
- A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is an asset
- Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds
- Previous volunteer or customer service experience is an asset, but not required
- A vulnerable sector check is required
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience in a community-based food program
- Skills in client service, communication, and teamwork
- Exposure to nonprofit operations and food insecurity issues
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community
Hours and Work Environment
This role is for Monday to Friday from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Work will be at the food bank each day where you will engage with staff, volunteers, and clients. Start date is June 29th, 2026.
This is a front-line position working directly with individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. While the work can be challenging at times, it is also deeply rewarding to know you are making a meaningful difference in someone’s day through respectful and dignified service.
The food bank operates across two levels and does not have elevator access. This role requires use of stairs and the ability to move between floors while carrying items. We are committed to working with applicants to explore reasonable accommodations where possible.
Equal Opportunity
Kawartha Lakes Food Source is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics as mentioned in the Employment Equity Act.
About Kawartha Lakes Food Source
Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS) is the distribution centre that provides food to our member food banks, schools and social service agencies that support those who are food insecure. Additionally, KLFS develops and delivers our own programs that directly serve our community.
This agency focuses on food related supports that make a positive impact in the City of Kawartha Lakes. We achieve this through education to the greater community via our communication channels; by activating volunteers that assist in program delivery; supporting members that serve the community directly with perishable and non-perishable food; and advocating for positive policy change related to food insecurity.
How To Apply
Share your qualifications with a cover letter and resume. Please include a half-page reflection based on one of the profiles from A Fork in the Road (Feed Ontario). You will be asked to complete the interactive activity and reflect on the impacts of poverty and food insecurity in our community.
Submissions can be sent to [email protected] or in person at 164 Needham Street, Lindsay. Thank you to all who take the time to submit, however only those requested for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
