Food Pantry Volunteers

Mount Gravatt Community Centre

Our Food Pantry volunteers play a vital role in helping individuals and families access everyday food items. Typical volunteer tasks may include:

Sorting, checking, and restocking food donations
Packing food hampers for community members
Assisting with food distribution during pantry opening hours
Monitoring stock levels and rotating items to ensure quality and safety
Maintaining a clean, organised, and welcoming pantry space
Assisting with basic record‑keeping or tallying food items
Offering friendly and respectful support to community members accessing the service

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Type of work

Driving & Transportation, Food Preparation & Service

Suitable for

Centrelink Volunteers, Families with Children, People Learning English

Commitment

Regular - more than 6 months

Training

We provide all the training you need to feel confident in the role.

Time required

Most volunteers contribute a shift per week during our opening hours of 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. You can choose the day that suits your availability, and we’ll keep your shift consistent so you can build confidence and routine. Additional hours are optional during busy periods or special events.

Requirements

Working with Children Check

Physically able to lift grocery bags (5–10kg) and pantry items when unpacking deliveries or stocking shelves; Comfortable working in a team environment; Able to follow safe food handling and hygiene practices; Friendly, respectful, and community‑minded

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