Become a Working Member

I wholeheartedly know that everything that goes on in the co-op is authentic and of pure intent. Everybody gives of their heart and soul, paid and not paid, to help us be a cooperative.

– Volunteer Robyn Hawk

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Volunteer at your Co-Op

Simply put, the Yelm Food Co-operative does not exist without volunteers. We call them ‘working members’ and they contribute time, energy, talent, and expertise across many different areas. Working members qualify for discounts and other benefits, not to mention our annual Working Member Appreciation bash every December. Here are the core areas where you can make a difference:

Stocker / Deliveries

Sorting and stocking products on shelves and in the backroom. Helping with deliveries

Produce

Stocking produce, receiving deliveries and unpacking boxes, quality control, putting away overstock in back refrigerators and backroom, putting out prices

Super Cleaner

Cleaning the store, kitchen and bathroom

Bakery Runs

Picking up pastries and breads from 2 bakeries in Olympia – $25.00 per round trip

Maintenance

Cleaning underneath refrigerators/freezers
Changing water filter
Cleaning air conditioner filter
Cleaning grease trap 
Any other various tasks that may need to be done

Occasional Projects

Taking down sales tags at the end of a month, putting out new sales tags at the beginning of a month; any other various tasks that may need to be done

Supporting Our Local Producers

Niman Ranch Applewood Smoked Uncured Ham Steaks

A new treat. Niman Ranch Applewood Smoked Uncured Ham Steaks. Find them next to the Niman Ranch Pulled Pork in the deli meat chiller under the salsas.

Stahlbush Island Farms Northwest Berry Blend

Stahlbush Island Farms Northwest Berry Blend. Sustainable farming, Non-GMO project verified

Applegate Breaded Chicken Nuggets

Applegate Breaded Chicken Nuggets. We usually have the gluten-free versions, these are wheat.

Holle Baby Foods

It’s been many years since we’ve had regular baby food for sale in the store. Then we came across this great brand. Holle Baby Foods, Organic Mixed Fruit with Muesli, Apple & Plum; and Veggie Curry.

Fresh produce at the co-op.

Fresh produce at the co-op. Come check us out.

Green tag deals

Some of the Green tag deals are for all our customers, member and non-member alike.

Jovial and Mutti tomato products.

Look at these great member only deals on Jovial and Mutti tomato products.

Jovial Gluten-Free Organic Pastas member specials

Jovial Gluten-Free Organic Pastas on member special. Cassava Penne , Fusilli, Farfalle, Penne and Stelline.

Moonstruck Chocolate, Love is Love Milk Chocolate Bar.

Moonstruck Chocolate from Portland Oregon. Love is Love Milk Chocolate Bar.

Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate Valentine Collection and Peanut Butter Hearts.

Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate Valentine Collection and Peanut Butter Hearts.