We are hiring a Food Bank and Meal Programme Assistant!
St. Joe’s Supper Table is hiring a bilingual (French/English) team member to support our food bank ministry in Sandy Hill. 22.5 hrs/week, $20/hr + benefits package, paid vacation & sick days. Seeking someone compassionate, organized, and able to maintain strong professional boundaries.
If you are interested, please contact Kathleen Strader, Supper Table Manager, at suppertable@st-josephs.ca for more information. Phone calls will not be accepted.
Volunteer Portal
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Join St. Joe’s Supper Table Fundraising Committee!
St. Joe’s Supper Table is seeking passionate members to join our Fundraising Sub-Committee. As a member, you will help plan, coordinate, and provide strategic guidance for our fundraising activities, including major events, ongoing community initiatives, and grant or partnership development.
You will work closely with the Supper Table Manager, staff, and volunteers to ensure that fundraising efforts are effective, well-organized, and aligned with our mission as a food bank and community meal program serving downtown Ottawa.
This is a coordination and leadership role. You will contribute ideas, help organize activities, support volunteers, and provide input on grant applications. While you will play a key role in shaping our fundraising strategy, you will not be expected to run events entirely on your own. Members collaborate on strategy, planning, and partnerships, making a tangible impact on sustaining and growing the services St. Joe’s Supper Table provides to the community.
If you are interested, please contact Kathleen Strader, Supper Table Manager, at kstrader@st-josephs.ca for more information. Interviews will be scheduled for those who express interest.
Volunteer Application
Make an account, and fill out the application form below.
Send any questions to suppertable@st-josephs.ca .
Frequently Asked Questions
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We offer various shifts. Visit our volunteer portal for details on roles, expectations, and hours.
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Sign up through our volunteer portal: https://app.betterimpact.com/Application?OrganizationGuid=3fd30c75-f56e-4b2b-9ba4-8e88f0f0547d.
We have a screening process that involves an application, interview and trial shift.
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No, all shifts must be scheduled in advance.
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Each shift is 3 hours. Volunteers must commit to at least one shift per week for a minimum of four months. After that, additional shifts may be available.
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No experience is necessary. You’ll receive on-the-job training during your first shift. Additional training will be provided if you change roles.
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Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
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Yes, depending on the role, you may need a police records check or vulnerable sector check.
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Wear comfortable, durable clothing. Long hair must be tied back or covered, and closed-toe shoes are required. Hair nets and ties are provided.
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Yes, we follow safety protocols, which will be explained during orientation.
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Some roles may require specific skills or abilities. Check the volunteer portal for more details.
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Yes, volunteers are welcome to enjoy meals served to clients.
How to become a volunteer…
Fill in the application on the Better Impact portal.
You will receive an email from our Coordinator to set up an Interview
Attend a trial volunteer shift.