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

New Products & Aurora Organic Pine Nuts

Lots of new products arrived at the store this week. They’re all on the front end cap. Aurora Organic Pine Nuts

Pole & Line Skipjack Tuna

Pole & Line Skipjack Tuna, salted and unsalted. ONE-BY-ONE CAUGHT TUNA SOURCED FROM SMALL SCALE FISHERIES Premium pole & line tuna caught one-by-one by American & Maldivian pole & line vessels. MSC certified sustainable, traceable, 3rd party audited...

Lark Ellen Farm Sprouted Granola Cacao Cherry and Vanilla Cinnamon

Lark Ellen Farm Sprouted Granola Cacao Cherry and Vanilla Cinnamon. Super Powered Granola made with sprouted nuts and seeds, a touch of pure maple syrup and wholesome ingredients. Healthy food has never tasted so good! Our tasters really liked them, infact they...

Maple Joe’s Organic Maple Sugar

Well it’s only taken us a year to track this Maple Joe Organic Maple Sugar. From tree to table, Maple Joe treats the people and the environment that give us the gift of pure maple syrup with the utmost respect.

Thrilling Foods Bakon is back.

Thrilling Foods Bakon is back.

Rawmyun Plant Powered Ramen

Rawmyun Plant Powered Ramen, Crafted With You In Mind MADE WITH ONLY REAL & SUPERFOOD INGREDIENTS : REAL INGREDIENTS ONLY - 15+ SUPERFOODS - 7G PROTEIN PER CUP - 30-40% LESS SODIUM THAN TRADITIONAL RAMEN BRANDS - READY IN 5 MIN Savory Curry Ramen has a gentle...

Fabrique Délice Truffle Mousse

Fabrique Délice Fine French Charcuterie Truffle Mousse made from Chicken Liver, Sherry Wine, 1% Truffles & Mushrooms.

Sunny Fruit

Sunny Fruit Organic Dried Plums, Tart Cherries, Mangoes, Apricots and Mulberries. Our snack packs provide convenience, giving you a healthy on-the-go option to satisfy your sweet tooth. While kids don't normally read nutrition labels, they vote with their taste buds...

HopWtr

Two dads working crazy hours, trying to adult, and still have some fun. They craved a cold beer after a long day, but knew they couldn’t keep up if they had to deal with hangovers or feeling weighed down. What could they crack open on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday...

Portland Pet Food

Portland Pet Food for Cats and Dogs. HUMAN FOOD FOR PETS A label you can trust. Our ingredients are pretty simple, but we’ve got a good reason for choosing each one. We pick them to really take care of your pet and help them love mealtime again. Just like they did for...