As our Food Sourcing & Supply Coordinator, you will play a vital role in ensuring Hornsby Connect has a reliable, high‑quality supply of food, fresh vegetables, and related products each week. Your work directly supports our food‑relief operations and helps hundreds of local households access affordable, nutritious food.

Key duties include

• Sourcing and securing food supplies, and maintaining strong relationships with donors and suppliers
• Monitoring stock levels, forecasting demand, and ensuring food safety and quality
• Negotiating donations or supply arrangements and keeping accurate sourcing records
• Working closely with warehouse and logistics volunteers to support smooth operations

Skills and experience we’re looking for

We’d love someone who has:

• Understanding of food supply or produce, with sourcing experience
• Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with suppliers and donors
• Good organisation, reliability, and a proactive, problem‑solving approach
• Commitment to community impact and ethical sourcing

If you’ve worked in areas such as:

• Food procurement or wholesale produce
• Hospitality or commercial kitchens
• Supermarkets, grocery retail, or fresh‑food departments
• Logistics, warehousing, or supply coordination
• Community food‑relief or food‑rescue organisations

…you’ll find your skills transfer well into this role.

Why volunteer with us

Volunteering with Hornsby Connect offers:

• A meaningful way to support vulnerable community members
• A friendly, supportive team environment
• Flexible hours that fit your lifestyle
• The satisfaction of knowing your work directly helps families put food on the table

The impact you’ll have

Your contribution ensures:

• Our shelves stay stocked with fresh, healthy food
• We can serve more people each week
• Donated food is rescued instead of wasted
• Volunteers can operate smoothly and confidently
• Local families experience dignity, stability, and connection

This role has a direct, visible impact on the wellbeing of our community.