Needs From: Volunteer East Tennessee

Our volunteers work out of our Maryville warehouse in the Product Recovery area or our Repack Clean Room where we process donated and bulk food for distribution, to help feed our East Tennessee neighbors.

Volunteers also help in non-food project support roles such as cleaning, letter stuffing, and miscellaneous admin duties. 

No experience necessary! Training will be provided on-site at the beginning of the shift.

*Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age, and anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult chaperone.
** Please note, for groups that have minors ages 10-15 among the participants, we require a 1:5 chaperone to minor ratio. Please ensure that your group size matches this ratio with adult chaperones (18+) and minors.

Please park in the rear parking lot through the metal gate as parking in the front is limited. Volunteers enter through the double glass doors by the rear lot into our volunteer lobby. 

Our Location:

Second Harvest Food Bank of East TN

136 Harvest Lane

Maryville, TN 37801

www.secondharvestetn.org

 

Please know you will be working in a warehouse environment and the following rules concerning dress must be followed:

While casual attire is welcome; jeans, shorts, t-shirts, etc., attire must be appropriate for a family environment. Wear clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring layers when temperatures outside are colder, as the warehouse is not heated. Open toed shoes are prohibited. You may be required to wear a mask, gloves, and hairnet depending on your work project. ALL hair must fit into hairnet - bring a hair band if you have long hair. Jewelry should be limited to rings only. Earrings and watches may need to be removed. Please do not bring personal items like bags and backpacks into the warehouse. Phones should never be set down on counters or pallets. Please keep phones in pockets while working in the warehouse.

Additionally, please consider maximizing your impact while volunteering: bring can goods with you to donate, engage with us on social media, or make a gift online.

Our volunteers work out of our Maryville warehouse in the Product Recovery area or our Repack Clean Room where we process donated and bulk food for distribution, to help feed our East Tennessee neighbors.

Volunteers also help in non-food project support roles such as cleaning, letter stuffing, and miscellaneous admin duties. 

No experience necessary! Training will be provided on-site at the beginning of the shift.

*Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age, and anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult chaperone.
** Please note, for groups that have minors ages 10-15 among the participants, we require a 1:5 chaperone to minor ratio. Please ensure that your group size matches this ratio with adult chaperones (18+) and minors.

Please park in the rear parking lot through the metal gate as parking in the front is limited. Volunteers enter through the double glass doors by the rear lot into our volunteer lobby. 

Our Location:

Second Harvest Food Bank of East TN

136 Harvest Lane

Maryville, TN 37801

www.secondharvestetn.org

 

Please know you will be working in a warehouse environment and the following rules concerning dress must be followed:

While casual attire is welcome; jeans, shorts, t-shirts, etc., attire must be appropriate for a family environment. Wear clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring layers when temperatures outside are colder, as the warehouse is not heated. Open toed shoes are prohibited. You may be required to wear a mask, gloves, and hairnet depending on your work project. ALL hair must fit into hairnet - bring a hair band if you have long hair. Jewelry should be limited to rings only. Earrings and watches may need to be removed. Please do not bring personal items like bags and backpacks into the warehouse. Phones should never be set down on counters or pallets. Please keep phones in pockets while working in the warehouse.

Additionally, please consider maximizing your impact while volunteering: bring can goods with you to donate, engage with us on social media, or make a gift online.

 This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult)

 Location Details:

Bethel Baptist Church

1800 Cherokee Dr.

Morristown, TN 37814

Event is : 11am to 1pm or until food is gone

Drive-Thru

Volunteers arrive at 9:00 am EST Please bring your own water to drink!

*NEW* Mobile Pantry OPPORTUNITY: MORGAN COUNTY

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult)

Location Details:

Liberty Baptist Church

110 Liberty Road

Wartburg, TN 37887

10 am to 12 pm or until food is gone

Drive-thru distribution

Volunteers arrive at 9amPlease bring water to drink!

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult)

Location Details:

Riverfront Park

301 Emory Drive

Harriman, TN 37748

10am-12pm or until food is gone

Drive-Thru

Volunteers arrive at 9am

 This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+( accompanied by an adult)

 Location Details:

Across from Washburn School

7925 TN 131

Washburn, TN 37888

10 am to 12 pm or until food is gone

Drive-thru

Volunteers arrive at 9am

 This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+( accompanied by an adult)

 Location Details:

The Church of God

1312 E First Street

Crossville, TN 38555

10am  until food is gone

Drive-Thru

Volunteers arrive at 9am CST Please bring your own water to drink!

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult) Location Details: Redemption Church

3550 Pleasant Ridge Road (off of Western Ave)

Knoxville, TN 37921

Event runs 10:00am-12:00pm or until food is gone

Drive-Thru

Volunteers arrive at 9:00am Please bring your own water to drink!

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult)

 Location Details:

South Fentress Park

6233 S York Hwy

Clarkrange, TN 38553

10am to 12am CST or until food is gone

Drive-thru

Volunteers arrive at 9am CST Please bring your own water to drink!

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

 

Volunteers arrive at 9:00 am

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+( accompanied by an adult)

 Location Details:

Tabernacle Baptist Church

2137 Martin Luther King Jr Ave

Knoxville, TN 37915

10am  until food is gone

Drive-Thru

Event happens rain or shine! Please dress for the weather. If bad weather makes transportation unsafe for you, please feel free to stay home.

Mobile Pantry Distribution Support:  Loudon County

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult)

 Location Details:

Blairland Baptist Church

730 Steekee Road

Louden, TN 37774

Event times: 10:00am-12pm or until food is gone

Volunteer times: 9:00am-12:30pm

 

Event happens rain or shine! Please dress for the weather. If bad weather makes transportation unsafe for you, please feel free to stay home.

** Please bring water!

Mobile Pantry Distribution Support:  Blount County

 This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult)

Location Details:

RIO East Church

1601 E Broadway Ave

Maryville, TN 37804

Event times: 10:00am-12pm or until food runs out

Volunteer times: 9:00am-12:30pm

Mobile Pantry Distribution Support:  Anderson County / Rocky Top

 This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult)

 Location Details:

Clear Branch Baptist Church

1030 New Clear Branch Road

Rocky Top, TN 37769

Event times: 10:00am-12pm or until food runs out

Volunteer times: 9:00am-12:30pm

Mobile Pantry Distribution Support:  Scott County

 This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult)

Location Details:

Bethlehem Baptist Church of Oneida

19360 Alberta St

Oneida, TN 37841

Event times: 11:00am-until food runs out

Volunteer times: 10:00am-1:30pm

This is a great opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting & packing food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+  (accompanied by an adult) Location Details: Union County Fellowship Christian Church

          746 Tazewell Pike

          Luttrell, TN 37779

 

Event times: 10:00 AM-12:00 pm (or until food runs out)

Volunteer times: Arrive at 9:00 AM, plan to stay until 12:30 PM

This is a great opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting & packing food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult)  Location Details: Jefferson County First Baptist Church of Strawberry Plains

3100 W Old Andrew Johnson Hwy         

Strawberry Plains, TN 37871

 

Event times: 10:00 AM-12:00 pm (or until food runs out)

Volunteer times: Arrive at 9:00 AM, plan to stay until 12:30 PM

Mobile Pantry Distribution Support:  Monroe County

 This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting & packing food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult) Location Details: Notchey Creek Baptist Church

5529 New Highway 68

Madisonville, TN 37354

 

Event times: 10:00 AM-12:00 pm (or until food runs out)

Volunteer times: Arrive at 9:00 AM, plan to stay until 12:30 PM

This is a great opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting & packing food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult) Location Details: Claiborne County Pump Springs Baptist Church

225 Pump Springs Road       

Harrogate, TN 37752

 

Event times: 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM (or until food runs out)

Volunteer times: Arrive at 10:00 AM, plan to stay until 1:30 PM

*NEW* Mobile Pantry OPPORTUNITY: COCKE COUNTY

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

loading food boxes into cars sorting food Help direct traffic taking down data information assisting with gathering materials ages 10+ (accompanied by an adult)

Location Details:

At the Cocke County Fairgrounds

112 Fairgrounds Circle

Newport, TN 37821

10 am to 12 pm or until food is gone

Drive-thru distribution

Volunteers arrive at 9amPlease bring water to drink!

SUMMARY:

We are looking for volunteers to ride along with our Food Rescue Staff Members.

* In order to be accepted for this opportunity, please sign up and await confirmation for interview and paperwork instructions.

Our Food Rescue Drivers are responsible for safely and efficiently picking up donated products from various donors such as, grocery stores, restaurants, farmers, caterers, etc. Donated products are delivered to partner agencies (food pantries, shelters, senior and disabled housing facilities, etc.,) or brought back to Second Harvest Food Bank for distribution. Food Rescue Drivers and volunteers are required to positively act as an ambassador for Second Harvest Food Bank to maintain and build donor relationships, agency partnerships, and community support.

VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Represent Second Harvest Food Bank in a professional, positive, and efficient manner to increase our distribution abilities, enhance donor relationships and improve partner agency satisfaction.

Work with Staff to safely and efficiently pick up a wide variety of donated products from grocery stores, restaurants, farmers, caterers, etc. on regular reoccurring routes. Food Rescue Drivers will from time to time be asked to pick up “call in” donations in addition to the regular route.

Work with Staff to adjust route accordingly to maximize time, meet the needs of our donors and our partner agencies. Specified times will apply.

Work with Staff to deliver donated goods to partner agencies (churches, shelters, senior housing facilities, schools, etc.) for distribution to the community or bring back to Second Harvest Food Bank for distribution.

Work with Staff to complete accurate reports for donations received and donations delivered daily and provide this documentation to designated staff.

Work with Staff to Provide excellent customer service and communication to donors and partner agencies (grocery stores, restaurants, farmers, caterers, schools, churches, senior centers, etc.) including a timely response to phone calls and emails.

Work with Staff to maintain a clean truck (cab of truck and food storage box) and any other equipment (pallet jacks, hand trucks/dollies, etc.)

 Have fun and enjoy getting to know our drivers, our donors, our agencies, and our food rescue program.

REQUIRMENTS:

Must be 21 years of age or older. Must be able to maintain an attitude of positivity and respect as a representative of Second Harvest to; food bank staff, donors, partner agency personnel, clients, and any other community members. Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Must be able to deal with difficult people. Must be able to work as a team. Must have clear understanding of and ability to articulate the mission of Second Harvest Food Bank. Must dress comfortably and for a family friendly environment, potentially handling fresh foods that may cause stains. Must wear closed toed shoes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a volunteer to successfully perform the essential functions of this volunteer position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 While performing the duties of this volunteer position, the volunteer is regularly required to use hands to; handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.  The volunteer is required to stand; walk; sit; the volunteer is required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.  The volunteer must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds using proper lifting techniques, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds using proper lifting techniques. The volunteer must be able to bend, squat, and reach overhead repeatedly. Specific vision abilities required by this volunteer position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  The volunteer must also be able to work in varying weather conditions and temperatures.