Volunteer with Us

Community Meal Task Descriptions

  • 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 possible

    Servers (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 cart

    Takeout 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 kitchen

    Cleanup 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