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

Thousand Hills Organic 80/20 Ground Beef

Eel River 80/20 Ground Beef has been out of stock for so long, we’re bringing you Thousand Hills Organic 80/20 Lifetime Grazed 100% Grass Fed Ground Beef instead. “Our certified organic ground beef is just as good as our natural program beef. We just had all of our...

Organic Spring Roll Wraps

Organic Spring Roll Rice Wraps by Ocean’s Halo. That’s a wrap! Use our Ocean’s Halo Rice Paper Wraps and fresh veggies to make your own spring rolls and other delicious Asian-inspired dishes at home! As easy as soak, wrap, and enjoy! Try adding your favorite toppings...

Local Elderberries

Smudge and Palo Santo Sticks

They’ve been out of stock for a long time. In need of smudge sticks, check out our choices including Palo Santo sticks.

Mary’s Gone Crackers

The shelf has been empty for months! Mary’s Gone Crackers have resized and repackaged their crackers. Here’s the info on one flavor. Mary’s Gone Crackers Super Seed ‘Everything Crackers’ are a delicious and wholesome snack packed with nutrient-rich seeds. We’ve taken...

Shrimp and Sausage Pasta

Sad News

It is with profound sadness, we share the news of the passing of our cherished staff member –  Ute Christine Jarlik On September 3rd, Ute passed away at Providence St. Peter Hospital following a long illness. Ute has been part of the Yelm Food Co-op since its earliest...

September 27th Annual General Meeting Raffle Prizes

Here are our September 27th Annual General Meeting Raffle prizes. Tickets are $5 each. Prizes include a choice of regular or vegan gift basket valued at $50, $50 gift certificate with Yelm Food Co-op shopping bag or large Jar of Honey.

Bespoke Jams for Cheese lovers by Blake Hill

Cheese loves Jam. These Bespoke Jams for Cheese lovers by Blake Hill make great holiday gifts. Check out the flavors.