Foodbank Kaimahi

Join Christchurch City Mission in a hands-on role where your work helps keep our warehouse and self-serve foodbank running smoothly for people who need it most.

Christchurch City Mission supports people facing hardship with practical help, advocacy and care across food support, housing, addiction recovery, learning and development, and wraparound services.

If you’re practical, reliable and community-minded, we’d love to hear from you.

About the role

This is a permanent role, Monday - Friday, 34 hours per week 

We’re looking for someone who brings both practical capability and strong people skills to support the daily operation of our Foodbank warehouse and self‑serve supermarket. This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and central to creating a welcoming, dignified experience for the people we serve. 

• Supporting to keep the warehouse and supermarket running smoothly each day 

• Working confidently alongside volunteers and guiding them through tasks 

• Maintaining tidy, organised spaces and staying on top of stock flow 

• Supporting clients respectfully and calmly during busy periods 

• Being part of a tight-knit team that relies on clear communication and reliability 

We’re a practical, supportive team that works closely together. The right person is someone who: 

• Enjoys physical, hands-on work and stays steady under pressure 

• Communicates clearly, works well with volunteers, and contributes positively to team culture 

• Can switch between tasks quickly and stay organised in a dynamic environment 

• Brings a mature, grounded approach to working with people from all walks of life 

• Understands the Mission’s purpose and shows empathy while maintaining boundaries 

Essential skills & experience 

• Experience in retail, warehouse, supermarket, or similar environments 

• Confidence working with volunteers and supporting them through tasks 

• Full driver licence -Forklift licence is an advantage 

• Physically fit and comfortable with lifting 25+ kg's 


• Strong teamwork and communication skills 

In return we can offer you a rewarding role within a fun and supportive team environment, where no two days will be the same!  We also offer a wellbeing allowance and a day off for your birthday. day. This is a role where you can see the impact of what you do and contribute to a service that matters to our community.

Be part of a supportive team doing meaningful work every day. This is a role where you can see the impact of what you do and contribute to a service that matters to our community.

At the Christchurch City Mission, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for the City Mission to apply for our vacant positions.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

Note:  To be eligible to apply for this role you need to have a New Zealand or Australian Citizenship/Permanent Residency or a valid Work Visa.

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