Volunteer with Us
Community Meal Task Descriptions
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Shop for food supplies needed for preparations on Saturday at 1:00 pm
Should have access to a vehicle
Please keep your receipts for reimbursement -
Assist with meal preparations on Saturday, starting after 1:00 pm
Act as Sous-chef in cooking a massive meal -
Preparing containers for takeout servers
Making sure tables are set, tablecloths are out, etc. -
Kitchen Support (2x)
Assisting Kitchen Coordinator in preparing plates
Helping with cleanup if possibleServers (4x)
Offer drinks (coffee, tea, juice)
Take Order Form to kitchen for Kitchen Support to fill order
If guests dining in would also like a Takeout Meal, deliver Takeout Order Form to Takeout Servers
Serve tables
Cleanup - clear tables, scrape uneaten food into the green bin, put recyclables in the blue bins, other waste in the garbage bin and plates, cutlery on the metal rolling cartTakeout Servers (2x)
Prep takeout meals to be distributed at 12:15
Package meals early on Sunday morning if possible.
During initial rush at 11:30, prioritize components of the meal other than main course to minimize bothering the kitchenCleanup Crew (3x)
Receive dishes from servers
Wash and sterilize (using Sterilizing Dish-Washer)
Wipe down counters
Strategize with Kitchen Coordinator & Meal Program Administrator about left-overs
Note: don’t worry about tables & chairs, as they can be left for our Custodian -
The Kitchen Coordinator is a rotating monthly volunteer position. Each month, a new person or persons volunteers for this activity.
The kitchen coordinator is responsible for all meal planning and preparation, including: menu planning, food shopping and delivery, coordinating the meal-prep team, liaising with the volunteer coordinator, ensuring food safety, and handling leftovers