Second Harvest is Canada’s largest food rescue organization and is a global thought leader on perishable food redistribution. We work with thousands of food businesses from across the supply chain to redirect unsold surplus food to non-profit organizations that feed communities in every province and territory.
By keeping perfectly edible food from ending up in landfill and redirecting it to the charitable sector, our work prevents harmful greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere and improves access to nutrition for the millions of people in Canada experiencing food insecurity.
In addition to our core work of food rescue, Second Harvest produces research on food loss and waste, provides education and training for the charitable food sector and has developed the Second Harvest Food Rescue App to facilitate direct donations from food businesses to local non-profits across Canada.
In 2025 we rescued 95.8 million lbs of healthy perishable food and diverted it to more than 10,800 programs in charities and non-profits across Canada, averting over 309 million pounds of greenhouse gases.
Our vision: No Waste. No Hunger
Our mission is to keep food where it belongs: On plates and out of landfills.
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Pros: The mission to fight hunger through food rescue is incredibly motivating, and it genuinely feels good to be part of a team making a real difference in the community. As a Program Coordinator, I've had many opportunities to learn and develop new skills in project management and community outreach within the non-profit sector. The company culture is very collaborative and supportive, fostering strong teamwork.
Cons: While the work is rewarding, the workload can sometimes be overwhelming, especially during busy periods like holiday drives or major campaigns. Streamlining some of the internal administrative processes, specifically for program funding approvals, could really help improve efficiency and reduce stress. Pay and benefits are competitive for the non-profit industry, but always room for improvement.
Advice to Management: Focus on streamlining internal approval processes and continue to invest in tools that help manage high workloads during peak periods. Transparent communication around growth paths would also be beneficial for employees looking to advance within the organization.
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Pros: The core mission of rescuing food and feeding people is incredibly motivating. You really feel like you're contributing to something vital. The team I worked with was generally supportive and passionate about the cause, which made the tough days more manageable. It's a great place to gain experience in logistics and non-profit operations.
Cons: The workload can be very high, especially during peak times or with limited staffing, leading to occasional burnout. Sometimes, processes could be a bit bureaucratic, slowing down efficiency. While the passion is there, resources can be a constant challenge, impacting day-to-day operations and planning.
Advice to Management: Continue to invest in process improvements and ensure adequate resources are allocated to manage the high volume of work. Streamlining certain operational workflows could greatly enhance team efficiency and reduce stress.
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Does Second Harvest offer remote collaboration tools for their remote roles?
Yes, Second Harvest utilizes platforms like Slack and Zoom for seamless remote collaboration, making it easy to connect with colleagues across their large non-profit organization, even when working from home in administrative or program support roles.
What is the typical salary range for a warehouse associate at Second Harvest of the Greater Twin Cities?
Based on my experience as a warehouse associate in the Twin Cities food bank industry, the pay at Second Harvest is competitive, generally falling between $18-$22 per hour, reflecting the essential nature of the work and the organization's size.
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