Food and Warehouse New Start Trainee
HomeFirst, San Jose, CA
HomeFirst is hiring a temporary, part time Food and Pantry Warehouse Trainee in San Jose, CA at $27.98 per hour for a six month term. The employer states it considers qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. The role requires lifting 50 to 60 pounds and working in hot and cold environments.
What the posting says about criminal records
The employer states it follows fair chance hiring laws. This is a legal compliance statement and does not necessarily mean records are welcomed, so expect a background check after a conditional offer.
Last checked Oct 19, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.
Overview
This is a six month, temporary, part time training position with HomeFirst's New Start program, which combines classroom learning and hands-on work experience four hours a day, five days a week. The trainee receives and inventories food and supplies, rotates stock, loads and unloads vehicles, keeps records, and helps train volunteers. Employment ends automatically at program graduation, and no permanent position is offered afterward.
Requirements
- Entry level position
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Able to lift and move 50 to 60 pounds
- Able to stand and move for extended periods
- Comfortable working in wet, hot, and humid environments
- Able to bend, stoop, lift, and reach repeatedly
Benefits
- California Paid Sick Leave, accruing 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
Job details
- Location
- San Jose, CA
- Pay
- $27.98 per hour
- Job type
- Part-time
- Industry
- Warehouse and Logistics
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Drug test
- Not stated