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Location: Etobicoke, ON

Date: November 2024

Department: Human Resources

Reports to: Director, Human Resources

Status: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 to $80,000 Per Annum Plus Benefits

Time Required on-site: 50% (approximate)

 

The Opportunity Awaits—Where Passion Meets Impact!

As a seasoned Human Resources professional, you understand that people are the core of every successful organization. At Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue organization, we prioritize inclusivity, engagement, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. You’re ready to bring your expertise in HR strategy, employee relations, and policy management to a mission-driven team committed to reducing

food waste and advancing food security across Canada.

 

Enter Second Harvest…

Think we're just about redirecting food surplus? Think bigger.

 

Here's why Second Harvest is your next career leap:

• Pioneers in food rescue, we are a renowned leader in perishable food redistribution across Canada.
• With a mission fueled by a no-waste, no-hunger ethos, we're not just changing the game—we're rewriting the rules.
• Our strategic approach aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), making every day a step towards global change.

 

The Role

The Recruiter is responsible for driving recruitment efforts, building a robust talent pipeline, and leading initiatives to attract and hire diverse talent including summer students and youth. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, this role partners closely with hiring managers across the organization to align talent acquisition strategies with Second Harvest’s mission and values.

 

Your Impact

• Manage full-cycle recruitment ensuring a seamless and inclusive candidate experience from application to onboarding.
• Partner with Human Resources Business Partners and hiring managers in preparing job descriptions and job postings for vacant or additional positions.
• Ensure recruitment practices are fully aligned with Second Harvest’s EDI objectives by developing and executing recruitment strategies that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion at every stage of the hiring process.
• Utilize a variety of sourcing techniques and innovative methods and solutions to identify and attract high quality active and passive candidates.
• Establish relationships with educational institutions, community organizations, and job boards to enhance outreach to underrepresented groups.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates through proactive outreach, partnerships, and networking.
• Create and manage programs to engage early-career professionals and students, fostering long-term connections with Second Harvest including Canada Summer Jobs and youth-focused programs (including applications and reporting requirements).
• Proactively promote Second Harvest as an employer of choice on social media platforms in collaboration with Marketing & Communication team (e.g. LinkedIn).
• Acts as a trusted partner to hiring managers, providing training and resources to enhance their interviewing and onboarding capabilities and use of Second Harvest’s Applicant Tracking system.
• Keep hiring managers apprised of recruitment updates, including progress on open positions.
• Coordinate with hiring managers and team members to ensure new hires receive all required information, training and resources and are setup for success.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and organizational policies throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate records, budget, and key recruitment reports and metrics related to all recruitment activities, and regularly analyze data related to time to fill, job board effectiveness, recruiter fees, and other related costs.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Director, Human Resources and Human Resources Business Partners on the status of open positions and key recruitment metrics and collaborate with HR team to identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned to support the overall execution of the People

 

Who You Are

• Passionate: Inspired by the work of Second Harvest and eager to build on our vision of “No Waste. No Hunger.”
• Talent-Focused: Demonstrated success in recruitment and talent management.
• Collaborative: Strong relationship-building skills with an ability to partner effectively across teams.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in applicant tracking systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and other HR technologies.
• Adaptable: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment, with the ability to pivot as priorities change.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, HR technologies, and applicant tracking systems. Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies is valued.
• Highly organized with strong project and time management skills. We appreciate attention to detail and the ability to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Discreet with the ability to handle confidential information/sensitive situations with integrity.
• Serve as the point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment and onboarding process, ensuring a smooth and positive experience.

 

About the Perks:

• Mission-Driven Culture: Join a team that’s dedicated to creating a more sustainable, food-secure future.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Second Harvest supports your growth with ongoing training and learning opportunities.

 

Apply For This Role:

If you’re ready to make an impact in an organization that values people, purpose, and progress, we encourage you to apply (add link).

 

Second Harvest is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from equity-deserving groups, including racialized persons/persons of color, Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community.

<p><strong>Location:</strong> Etobicoke, ON</p> <p><strong>Date: </strong>November 2024</p> <p><strong>Department:</strong> Human Resources</p> <p><strong>Reports to: </strong>Director, Human Resources</p> <p><strong>Status: </strong>Full-Time</p> <p><strong>Salary: </strong>$75,000 to $80,000 Per Annum Plus Benefits</p> <p><strong>Time Required on-site: </strong>50% (approximate)</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The Opportunity Awaits—Where Passion Meets Impact! </strong></p> <p>As a seasoned Human Resources professional, you understand that people are the core of every successful organization. At Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue organization, we prioritize inclusivity, engagement, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. You’re ready to bring your expertise in HR strategy, employee relations, and policy management to a mission-driven team committed to reducing</p> <p>food waste and advancing food security across Canada.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Enter Second Harvest… </strong></p> <p>Think we're just about redirecting food surplus? Think bigger.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Here's why Second Harvest is your next career leap: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Pioneers in food rescue, we are a renowned leader in perishable food redistribution across Canada.</li> <li>With a mission fueled by a no-waste, no-hunger ethos, we're not just changing the game—we're rewriting the rules.</li> <li>Our strategic approach aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), making every day a step towards global change.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The Role</strong></p> <p>The <strong><em>Recruiter</em></strong> is responsible for driving recruitment efforts, building a robust talent pipeline, and leading initiatives to attract and hire diverse talent including summer students and youth. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, this role partners closely with hiring managers across the organization to align talent acquisition strategies with Second Harvest’s mission and values.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Your Impact</strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage full-cycle recruitment ensuring a seamless and inclusive candidate experience from application to onboarding.</li> <li>Partner with Human Resources Business Partners and hiring managers in preparing job descriptions and job postings for vacant or additional positions.</li> <li>Ensure recruitment practices are fully aligned with Second Harvest’s EDI objectives by developing and executing recruitment strategies that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion at every stage of the hiring process.</li> <li>Utilize a variety of sourcing techniques and innovative methods and solutions to identify and attract high quality active and passive candidates.</li> <li>Establish relationships with educational institutions, community organizations, and job boards to enhance outreach to underrepresented groups.</li> <li>Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates through proactive outreach, partnerships, and networking.</li> <li>Create and manage programs to engage early-career professionals and students, fostering long-term connections with Second Harvest including Canada Summer Jobs and youth-focused programs (including applications and reporting requirements).</li> <li>Proactively promote Second Harvest as an employer of choice on social media platforms in collaboration with Marketing &amp; Communication team (e.g. LinkedIn).</li> <li>Acts as a trusted partner to hiring managers, providing training and resources to enhance their interviewing and onboarding capabilities and use of Second Harvest’s Applicant Tracking system.</li> <li>Keep hiring managers apprised of recruitment updates, including progress on open positions.</li> <li>Coordinate with hiring managers and team members to ensure new hires receive all required information, training and resources and are setup for success.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with employment laws and organizational policies throughout the recruitment process.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records, budget, and key recruitment reports and metrics related to all recruitment activities, and regularly analyze data related to time to fill, job board effectiveness, recruiter fees, and other related costs.</li> <li>Provide regular updates and reports to the Director, Human Resources and Human Resources Business Partners on the status of open positions and key recruitment metrics and collaborate with HR team to identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions.</li> <li>Perform other related duties as required or assigned to support the overall execution of the People</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Who You Are</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Passionate:</strong> Inspired by the work of Second Harvest and eager to build on our vision of “No Waste. No Hunger.”</li> <li><strong>Talent-Focused:</strong> Demonstrated success in recruitment and talent management.</li> <li><strong>Collaborative:</strong> Strong relationship-building skills with an ability to partner effectively across teams.</li> <li><strong>Tech-Savvy:</strong> Proficient in applicant tracking systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and other HR technologies.</li> <li><strong>Adaptable:</strong> Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment, with the ability to pivot as priorities change.</li> <li>Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, HR technologies, and applicant tracking systems. Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies is valued.</li> <li>Highly organized with strong project and time management skills. We appreciate attention to detail and the ability to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.</li> <li>Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and customer service skills.</li> <li>Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Discreet with the ability to handle confidential information/sensitive situations with integrity.</li> <li>Serve as the point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment and onboarding process, ensuring a smooth and positive experience.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Perks: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Mission-Driven Culture: Join a team that’s dedicated to creating a more sustainable, food-secure future.</li> <li>Competitive Compensation: We offer a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance.</li> <li>Professional Development: Second Harvest supports your growth with ongoing training and learning opportunities.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Apply For This Role: </strong></p> <p>If you’re ready to make an impact in an organization that values people, purpose, and progress, we encourage you to apply (add link).</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Second Harvest is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from equity-deserving groups, including racialized persons/persons of color, Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community.</p>

<p><strong>Date:</strong> November 1, 2024<br><strong>Department:</strong> Leadership<br><strong>Reports to:</strong> Chief Executive Officer&nbsp;<br><strong>Status:</strong> Permanent, Full-Time <br><strong>Location:</strong> Etobicoke, ON<br><strong>Time Required on-site:</strong> 50% (approximate)</p> <p>Second Harvest is Canada’s largest food rescue organization and is a global thought leader on perishable food redistribution. We operate at the intersection of hunger relief and environmental protection, tackling food loss and waste through food redistribution, research, awareness, and education, continually innovating, and collaborating to ensure a more sustainable planet. We work with thousands of food businesses from across the supply chain utilizing logistics and technology to reduce the amount of edible food going to waste, thereby diverting unnecessary greenhouse gasses from entering the environment.</p> <p>The <em>Director, Human Resources</em> is responsible for providing strategic HR leadership to the organization and in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating Second Harvest’s Human Resources services. This position oversees all aspects of HR and provides subject matter expertise in: recruitment, talent optimization, employee engagement, employee relations, succession planning, training and development, health and safety, compensation, benefits and pension, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, HR guidelines, and HRIS.</p> <p><strong>You Will</strong></p> <p><strong>Human Resources</strong></p> <ul> <li>Act as a business partner to the CEO and leadership team to provide timely and value-adding advice, counsel, and decisions that contribute to Second Harvest’s ongoing business success.</li> <li>Develop and implement the HR People Strategy that includes succession planning, workforce development, attraction and retention, equity, diversity and inclusion, organization design that aligns and supports Second Harvest's operational and strategic objectives.</li> <li>Proactively informs the Senior leadership team of potential risks that may impact the achievement of business performance.</li> <li>Coaches and develops HR Team.</li> <li>Establish strong routines with the HR team to ensure that HR initiatives are delivered on time and implement plans to mitigate risks.</li> <li>Acts as a champion for equity, diversity and inclusion to foster a culture of belonging and respect.</li> <li>Ensure regulatory compliance and partner with legal as necessary to introduce/ adapt policies accordingly.</li> <li>Develop program metrics to monitor and evaluate progress against People Strategy initiatives and create action plans to close gaps.</li> <li>Leads compensation and benefit review process to ensure that Second Harvest is offering a competitive Total Rewards package and reviews budget requirements with the CFOO.</li> <li>Lead the development and cascade of the Performance Management process (e.g. goals, objectives, and systems).</li> <li>Prioritize high value company-wide initiatives that will drive performance and measurable improvement in the overall employee experience.</li> <li>Coaches leaders on change management and activities, identifying best practices.</li> <li>Anticipates and mitigates obstacles, risks, and business disruptions caused by change initiatives. &nbsp; &nbsp;</li> <li>Oversee/participate in complex employee relations matters and workplace investigations and engage in conflict resolution processes as necessary.</li> <li>Foster a culture of empowerment and trust to facilitate effective problem solving and decision making. &nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure HR team members address client issues and concerns on a timely basis.</li> <li>Review, guide, and approve management recommendations for employment hires and terminations.</li> <li>Establish strong routines with the HR team to ensure that HR initiatives are delivered on time and implement plans to mitigate risks.</li> <li>Direct the preparation and maintenance of various HR reports to track strategic goal accomplishment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>You Are</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strategic Thinker: You can motivate and lead a team in an agile and fast-paced environment. You have a vision for HR that aligns with and contributes to our organization’s success, brand, and values.</li> <li>HR Leadership: You are a center of excellence for HR knowledge. &nbsp;You lead by example in representing and preserving the values of Second Harvest. &nbsp; You have strong technical HR knowledge.</li> <li>Passionate: You are inspired by the work of Second Harvest and are excited at the opportunity to build and lead a trusted, value-adding HR and Volunteer Services team. People-focused: You put people at the heart of your work and understand the power of effective connection and communication to cultivate strong, long-term relationships.</li> <li>Communicator: You have exceptional communication and diplomacy skills coupled with extensive success in cross-functional collaboration and managing relationships at all levels of an organization.</li> <li>Analytical and critical thinking: You are a strategic thinker and can analyze business processes for continuous improvement.</li> <li>Agile: You can work in a fast-paced environment, are flexible and can pivot and adapt to evolving and emerging needs.</li> <li>Change Management: You apply change management principles when introducing new initiatives and measure outcomes.</li> <li>Project Management: You have strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and on budget.</li> <li>Financially and business savvy.</li> <li>CHRL/CHRP designation recipient.7-10 years of success in Human Resources with prior experience working in a non-profit environment.</li> <li>Technical expertise in a variety of HR functional areas (e.g. compensation and benefits, talent acquisition, succession planning, employee engagement, employee relations, policy and procedure development).</li> <li>Previous experience working for a pan-Canadian organization with broad knowledge of relevant provincial and federal legislation (i.e., employment standards, human rights codes, occupational health and safety, workers’ compensation).</li> <li>Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, HR technologies, and possess strong digital literacy.</li> <li>Bilingualism (French/English) is an asset.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Apply For This Role</strong><br>Second Harvest strongly encourages applications from all candidates, especially those from equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community.</p> <p>Second Harvest is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. Please let us know if you require any accommodations.</p> <p>Individuals interested in being considered for this opportunity are invited to apply directly by clicking the external link&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4076900012/">here</a>. The search will remain open until a successful candidate is selected. We thank all interested parties but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

<h3><em><strong>Elevate Your Career and Impact at Second Harvest</strong></em></h3> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Etobicoke, ON<br><strong>Date:</strong> November 2024<br><strong>Department:</strong> Human Resources<br><strong>Reports to:</strong> Vice President, People Operations<br><strong>Status:</strong> Full-Time<br><strong>Salary:</strong> $75,000-$80,000 Per Annum Plus Benefits<br><strong>Time Required on-site:</strong> 60% (approximate)</p> <p><strong>The Opportunity Awaits—Where Passion Meets Impact!</strong></p> <p>As a seasoned Human Resources professional, you understand that people are the core of every successful organization. At Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue organization, we prioritize inclusivity, engagement, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. You’re ready to bring your expertise in HR strategy, employee relations, and policy management to a mission-driven team committed to reducing food waste and advancing food security across Canada.</p> <p><strong>Enter Second Harvest…</strong></p> <p>Think we're just about redirecting food surplus? Think bigger.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Here's why Second Harvest is your next career leap:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Pioneers in food rescue, we are a renowned leader in perishable food redistribution across Canada.</li> <li>With a mission fueled by a no-waste, no-hunger ethos, we're not just changing the game—we're rewriting the rules.</li> <li>Our strategic approach aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), making every day a step towards global change.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The Role:</strong></p> <p>The <strong><em>Human Resources Business Partner</em></strong> (HRBP) is responsible for meeting the HR needs of the departments in Second Harvest and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. The HRBP is not only a referent for HR best practices, but also maintains an effective level of knowledge about the departments’ functional areas and their needs. The HRBP delivers service, support, and guidance to management and employees that reflects the organization’s strategic objectives.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Your Impact:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage all aspects of the talent/performance management cycle (including training) for designated departments, implementing required steps for succession planning, recruitment, onboarding, compensation, benefits, pension, performance management, offboarding, etc.</li> <li>Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with legal as needed/required and shares input and insight into policy development.</li> <li>Conduct regularly scheduled meetings with client groups to understand their strategic needs and align work accordingly.</li> <li>Work with HR Leadership/peers to develop and lead people strategies for diagnosing and enhancing organizational effectiveness, attraction, retention and employee satisfaction.</li> <li>Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity.</li> <li>Support departments in their annual HR planning, and facilitate contract terms for new hires, promotions, and transfers according to established budgets and processes.</li> <li>Provide guidance and input on business unit restructurings and workforce planning.</li> <li>Follow up on employee training needs and individual development goals, in collaboration with managers.</li> <li>Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues by determining root causes, identifying themes and implementing action plans to close the gaps.</li> <li>Act as a role model/mentor to less experienced colleagues on the HR team (e.g. orient, coach, and manage HR Assistants and summer students, or temporary Coordinators as needed).</li> <li>Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development).</li> <li>Support and act to foster a diverse culture that promotes inclusion and belonging.</li> <li>Keep abreast of industry developments and contribute to identifying/analyzing departmental trends and metrics to ensure data integrity, and inclusively develop solutions, programs, and policies that contribute to strategic needs.</li> <li>Work closely with Finance and designated departments on the annual workforce planning process.</li> <li>Work with the HR team to ensure norms and procedures follow consistent standards and help track and analyze progress across departments.</li> <li>Ensure administrative compliance and continue to develop the maturity of HR metrics and analytics.</li> <li>Champion the level of service and support that aligns with our organizational culture.</li> <li>Approaches day-to-day work with an operational excellence mindset and identifies and implements process improvements to maximize time, efficiency and reduce cost.</li> <li>Perform other related duties as assigned based on client needs, evolving needs of the business and legislative requirements.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Who You Are:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>HR Professional:</strong> You are a center of excellence for HR knowledge. You lead by example in representing the values and culture of Second Harvest. You have working knowledge of human resource disciplines including health and safety, compensation, employee relations, diversity, equity and inclusion, and performance management.</li> <li>CHRP/CHRL designated, or able to obtain certification within one year of employment.</li> <li><strong>People-Focused:</strong> You put people at the heart of your work and understand the power of effective connection and communication to cultivate strong, long-term relationships.</li> <li><strong>Collaborative:</strong> You have a positive, collaborative working style with the ability to manage competing interests with diplomacy. You bring a supportive end-user orientation to your interactions.</li> <li><strong>Agile:</strong> You are flexible and can pivot to adapt to emergent/evolving needs. You are agile and bring a bias for action, while keeping a focus on desired outcomes.</li> <li>Service-oriented and capable of communicating with employees at all levels.</li> <li>Demonstrate experience resolving complex employee relations issues.</li> <li>Able to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and related administrative practices.</li> <li>Able to interpret and apply the appropriate sections of relevant laws, guidelines, regulations, and policies.</li> <li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.</li> <li>Proven record of successfully implementing and improving HR processes.</li> <li>Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and customer service skills.</li> <li>Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Discreet with the ability to handle confidential information/sensitive situations with integrity.</li> <li>Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, HR technologies, and possesses strong digital literacy.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Perks:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Mission-Driven Culture:</strong> Join a team that’s dedicated to creating a more sustainable, food-secure future.</li> <li><strong>Competitive Compensation:</strong> We offer a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance.</li> <li><strong>Professional Development:</strong> Second Harvest supports your growth with ongoing training and learning opportunities.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Apply For This Role:</strong></p> <p>If you’re ready to make an impact in an organization that values people, purpose, and progress, we encourage you to <a href="https://boards.greenhouse.io/secondharvest/jobs/4415388006">apply</a>.</p> <p>Second Harvest is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from equity-deserving groups, including racialized persons/persons of color, Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community.</p>

<p><strong>Date:</strong> January 2024</p> <p><strong>Department: </strong>Fleet &amp; Warehouse</p> <p><strong>Reports to:</strong> Lead Driver-Ambassador</p> <p><strong>Status:&nbsp;</strong>Full-Time (35 hours per week)</p> <p><strong>Salary:</strong> $57,500.00 Per Annum Plus Benefits</p> <p><strong>Location: </strong>Etobicoke, ON</p> <p><strong>Time Required on-site: </strong>100%</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>We Are</strong></p> <p>Second Harvest is Canada's largest food rescue organization and is a global thought leader on perishable food redistribution. We operate at the intersection of hunger relief and environmental protection, tackling food loss and waste through food redistribution, research, awareness, and education, continually innovating, and collaborating to ensure a more sustainable planet. We work with thousands of food businesses from across the supply chain utilizing logistics and technology to reduce the amount of edible food going to waste, thereby diverting unnecessary greenhouse gases from entering the environment.</p> <p>Second Harvest is looking for a seasoned DZ <strong><em>Driver-Ambassador</em></strong> to join our team. Reporting to the Lead Driver-Ambassador, this position ensures delivery of all second Harvest food is executed in a safe and efficient manner and that the distribution of food is executed equitably to all member programs. The Driver-Ambassador also acts as a representative of Second Harvest by possessing awareness and understanding of issues related to hunger and homelessness in Toronto.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>You Will</strong></p> <ul> <li>Perform complete circle check/inspection logs of the assigned truck at the beginning of each shift.</li> <li>Deliver food to agencies as per Health &amp; Safety regulations.</li> <li>Be responsible for loading and unloading assigned product into the assigned truck for every shift.</li> <li>Handle food in a safe manner and ensure all food is stored as per food safety regulations.</li> <li>Ensure that food is stored appropriately (i.e., floor, freezer or cooler, truck) and that truck is parked in the designated spots.</li> <li>Collaborate with all Driver-Ambassadors, Lead Driver-Ambassador, and the Fleet &amp; Warehouse Supervisor to ensure food is divided adequately and equitably across all the routes.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records of all food pick-ups and deliveries.</li> <li>Maintain a high level of customer service with all stakeholders.</li> <li>Perform other related duties as required or assigned.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>You Are</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Experienced Driver:</strong> You have a valid DZ driver’s license and a minimum of 1 years’ experience driving 10 speed automatic trucks (must provide a clean driver’s abstract of minimum 3 years); you have proven ability to perform driver pick-up and delivery functions, and associated record-keeping.</li> <li><strong>GTA-Savvy:</strong> you have thorough knowledge of the GTA, particularly downtown Toronto, and have at least 3 years driving experience in the city.</li> <li><strong>Professional:</strong> you have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, as well as strong conflict resolution and negotiation abilities.</li> <li><strong>Communicator:</strong> you can communicate effectively verbally and in writing.</li> <li>Physically able to climb in and out of the truck, lifting up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis throughout the day.</li> <li>Excellent time management skills.</li> <li>Experience in the social services sector would be an asset.</li> <li>Food Handling certificate would be an asset.</li> <li>Must be willing to undergo a background check.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Perks of Working at Second Harvest</strong></p> <ul> <li>Group benefits plan (Life insurance, AD&amp;D, LTD, Vision care, Dental care, Drug coverage, Hospital benefit, Massage, Chiropractic, Physiotherapy, Health Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and more).</li> <li>Pension plan (Defined Benefit Pension Plan).</li> <li>Vacation starting at 4 weeks per year.</li> <li>Paid sick leave, Paid personal days, and other paid time off.</li> <li>Additional time off around the year-end holidays and in the summer.</li> <li>Working for an organization that is making a difference!</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>For more information about Second Harvest, visit: www.secondharvest.ca. </strong></p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>To Apply</strong></p> <p><strong>Please submit your resume on our website. Only electronic applications will be accepted.</strong></p> <p>We encourage applications from individuals who self-identify as belonging to equity-deserving groups such as (but not limited to): racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.</p> <p>Second Harvest is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. Please let us know if you require any accommodations.</p>