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Food Connection eases hunger, reduces waste and supports our local food industry by redistributing surplus prepared food to serve our neighbors in need.
We are seeking volunteers to help make sure food is not wasted. Volunteers will repackage rescued food from Ridgecrest Conference Center in Black Mountain. If you have experience using a spoon or spatula then you can be a part of our team!
Volunteer Responsibilities:
- Transfer food from the kitchen pans to our recyclable aluminum pans for transport.
- If able, transport food to a recipient after packing (make sure to bring a tablecloth or blanket for the back of your vehicle)
At this time we are not consistent weekly with shifts, but generally we are out at least 2x a week, if not 3x (M-W-F). The time commitment varies by the amount of food there is to rescue and ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
Location:
Ridgecrest Conference Center
1 Ridgecrest Dr.
Black Mountain, NC 28711
Volunteer Requirements:
- Respond to secure your volunteer slot
- Ability to stand for up to 3 hours at a time
- Must be 18 to volunteer
- Must wear closed-toed shoes and long pants
- Must wear a hat or hairnet
- Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty or bring an apron
- No dangling earrings
Health and Safety:
- Hand washing sinks available
- Please do not sign up if you feel uncomfortable being unmasked inside.
Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by completing our Volunteer Experience Form.
