Volunteer Vancouver

Position: Popcorn Vendor Team Lead
Organization: Stanley Park Ecology Society
Location: Vancouver, BC

• Hours per week: Part time role (≤ 20/week)
• Shifts are 4 hours long, from 5:30-9:30 pm on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The successful candidate should be available for the schedule posted above, including during the holiday season (except December 25th).

• Positions: 1
• Hourly wage: $19.00 per hour (18.25 per hour + 4% in lieu of Vacation Pay)
• Start Date: Immediately
• End Date: December 31st, 2026 – Possibility of extension

The mission of Stanley Park Ecology is education, conservation and research rooted in Stanley Park. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects and expands the community that we serve.

SPE is seeking an organized and service-oriented Team Leader to join our team as a paid Popcorn Vendor during the Astra Lumina at Stanley Park event. This role involves selling popcorn alongside a small team of volunteers, ensuring smooth operations, and contributing to the success of this important fundraising initiative. The role is based at the “Cob House” in the Stanley Park Miniature Train Plaza.

As a Team Lead, you’ll play a key role in making the Astra Lumina experience memorable for all attendees while directly contributing to Stanley Park. Your efforts will help fundraise and support our ongoing conservation projects and educational programs that benefit both the park and the community.

If you’re passionate about customer service and eager to support a great cause, we’d love to hear from you!

Role Responsibilities:

• Oversee shift operations by leading SPE volunteers, delegating tasks, and ensuring smooth workflow at the popcorn stand;
• Prepare and sell popcorn to visitors, providing excellent customer service;
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including monitoring food handling practices and maintaining a clean work area.
• Oversee inventory by checking stock levels, restocking supplies, and liaising with the Development Coordinator to ensure sufficient materials for each shift;

• Complete opening and closing duties, including setup, cleanup, and maintaining a fully stocked space;
• Handle card payments using Square, ensuring accurate transactions;
• Move inventory from the Stanley Park Pavilion to the Cob House (occasional heavy lifting required);
• Answer queries from Park visitors.

Qualifications:

• Be a minimum of 16 years old;
• Enjoy interacting with the public and able to communicate in a friendly and polite manner;
• Strong leadership skills and ability to guide and supervise volunteers;
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision;
• Excellent English-speaking skills;
• Experience in customer service and working in a fast-paced environment;
• Able to lift up to 40lb;
• Willingness to work in a semi-outdoor environment;
• Reliable transportation to and from Stanley Park (Note that the 19 bus stop is right next door, and we can provide free parking);
• Experience navigating card transactions via Square or similar software is an asset;
• FoodSafe Level 1 is an asset.

Deadline: We will accept applications until the position is filled. We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible.

How to Apply:

Please send your cover letter & resume to vols@stanleyparkecology.ca with "Popcorn Vendor" and your name in the subject line. In your cover letter, please be sure to include your availability for the schedule posted above.

We thank all applicants but only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

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