Are you an organized professional with cooking experience, ready to make a difference in your own neighborhood? 

You’re invited to volunteer as a kitchen leader!   

We partner with local nonprofits and volunteer groups to serve people experiencing homelessness, in one-day events that we call "Resource Centers".  These days bring together county services, access to housing case managers, and other service organizations in a warm, inclusive, and welcoming environment that includes music, art, and a freshly-cooked meal.

This meal is made by volunteers in the on-site kitchen of our facilities partner.  In this role, you will lead a team of 5-10 volunteers to prepare and serve a warm meal.  We have a menu that we've been making for several months of fully-customizable, vegetarian rice and bean bowls with a choice of many interesting and delicious toppings. We will train and support you to prepare this meal  (and welcome your ideas and creativity too!)

Who - You’re a motivated, organized person with cooking experience who is excited to serve your neighbors and able to lead a team of volunteers.  

Where - Most of your volunteer time will be spent on-site, preparing and serving the menu.   There will be a few event preparation meetings on Zoom and at least one in-person meeting before and after the event.

What you’ll do:  

• Must be comfortable leading, using, and being around kitchen tools ( i.e. knives, stove, oven) 
• Share, lead, and use all safety guidelines and precautions when cooking
• Prepare vegetables and toppings for burrito bowl meals for 100 + diners 
• Cook rice, beans, veggies, etc for 100+ people
• Assist  with creating the grocery shopping list 
• Welcome, instruct, and guide new volunteers on kitchen tasks 
• Communicate questions, needs, and concerns to Better Angels' team leads 
• Your first shift will be with a kitchen leader with the goal of training for subsequent days as a leader. 

Tools - We will provide you with the cooking tools you need. However, if you want to bring your own apron you may.

Time Commitment:  You’ll volunteer for  2-5 hours

Why this project matters: Together we are meeting urgent needs for neighbors experiencing homelessness. We will be able to have supportive and dedicated volunteers create a welcoming environment for all people. We are building community connections that will have a lasting impact for both housed and unhoused neighbors. And the work Better Angels' volunteers do to connect and care support our mission of ending the epidemic of homelessness

How:  Use your leadership skills, kitchen preparation/ cooking experience, and communication skills in practical ways for this impactful project!  You’ll get as much support as you need from our leaders and team.