Cooking and kitchen volunteer roles
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you enjoy cooking and sharing your skills?
We are a looking for friendly volunteers with a passion for cooking to join us in the kitchen! The people we support in Taunton would love your help to develop their skills, follow recipes and have fun while sharing the enjoyment of cooking.
If you would like to make a difference and make friends along the way, we would love to hear from you!
Activities will include:
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Helping the people we support to cook, follow recipes, make healthy meals, chose ingredients and feel confident in the kitchen
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Giving guidance on various kitchen skills, including safety and hygiene
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Supporting with meal planning and learning about healthy meals and snacks.
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Being there for company, friendship and fun
We are looking for someone who is:
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Friendly and enthusiastic
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Confident in the kitchen and happy to share skills and advice
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Comfortable chatting with people with learning disabilities and autism.
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Reliable and willing to commit to volunteer regularly (exact times/days can be agreed)
A DBS check and two-character references will be required for this role.
What you’ll gain from being a Discovery volunteer:
Discovery supports people with learning disabilities and autism, helping them to live more independently at home and in the community.
Our volunteers play a vital role in our work and in return, we support them with:
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Access to free online training (with access to 800 plus courses)
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Comprehensive support from professional, friendly and trained Dimensions staff
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Reasonable expenses may be reimbursed as agreed
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An opportunity to gain real experience in the social care sector
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you love planning and cooking delicious meals? If so, we warmly invite you to join us as a Volunteer Cook at Skanda Vale Hospice where your focus will be to create fresh, wholesome and tasty meals to support the well-being of our patients, their families and our dedicated team.
You’ll have a team of kitchen helpers and together your contribution will not only nourish the body but support the overall warmth and comforting experience that uplifts and benefits everyone at the hospice.
Please note: unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for overseas volunteers.
About Skanda Vale Hospice
Skanda Vale Hospice offers unhurried, highly individualised care and respite to families affected by life-limiting illnesses, completely free of charge. A beautiful and happy place, filled with laughter and vibrant colour, our hospice is nurse led and primarily run by volunteers. Volunteering with us means being a valued part of a dedicated team who give of themselves wholeheartedly. Compassion is at the heart of what we do, expressed by human kindness, generosity and a deep commitment to the well-being of everyone we care for and work alongside.
What will I be doing?
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Planning and preparing nutritious and appetising meals, tailored to different dietary requirements.
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Catering (with support from your team) for 30-50 people at lunchtime.
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Alternatively, providing additional smaller meals for patients during respite stays: cooked breakfast, dinner and snacks.
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Keeping a clean and organised kitchen, overseeing dishwashing plus sanitising of surfaces and equipment.
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Keeping temperature logs, and accurate records of expiry dates and stock levels.
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Along with catering colleagues, supporting a great team spirit and a happy environment.
How much time should I give?
Flexible, based on volunteer availability and hospice needs, but on average at least one day a month. Some volunteers choose to commit to frequent regular shifts while others offer their availability monthly or by arrangement to support day hospice, respite services or hospice events.
What are the benefits of being a Volunteer Cook?
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Sense of purpose, knowing you are making a positive difference to people in need.
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Seeing the pleasure your creativity and culinary skill bring to others.
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Being valued and appreciated as a key part of a friendly team.
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Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
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Working in a welcoming place with warmhearted people.
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Earn Tempo Time Credits to spend on activities both locally and across the UK.
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Travel expenses reimbursed.
What do I need to have?
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An ability to work well and communicate sensitively within a team, providing instruction and guidance to Catering Assistants.
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Be a confident home cook or have experience in professional catering.
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Physical stamina as our cooks are on their feet for some time.
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Reliability and punctuality since we need to serve meals on time.
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An ability to remain calm and adapt to unexpected changes.
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A permanent UK address or a visa that allows you to stay and volunteer in the UK (unfortunately we cannot sponsor visa applications).
What training and support will I be given?
Our Cooks are supported by the Catering Lead and receive induction, training (such as Level 2 Food Hygiene) and ongoing support to ensure they feel confident and capable in their role.
How do I find out more?
Contact us or drop in at one of our Coffee Mornings. These are held between 10.30 am and 12.30 pm on the last Thursday of each month and offer the chance for an informal chat and a look around - while enjoying fresh coffee and homemade cake, free of charge. Come along, we’d love to meet you!
Registered Charity
51 - 100
Our mission is to provide the very best care that we can to support people facing life-limiting illnesses.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Refettorio Felix is a community kitchen with an open-door policy in the Earl's Court area. We provide a safe haven and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for those facing homelessness and financial crises.
Using surplus food ingredients, our kitchen freshly prepares a three-course lunch for up to 140 people per weekday. We are looking for friendly and dedicated volunteers to support us in our mission to provide fresh and nutritious meals to our guests.
Your support will have a meaningful impact on the quality of lives of the most vulnerable members of the community. From trained and experienced Chefs to keen home cooks, we would love to hear from you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About The Role
At WWT we shape unforgettable experiences. At heart we are warm, welcoming and genuine. In our Waterside Cafe we do this by offering a delicious selection of home cooked food and chilled drinks, served and assisted by our friendly team of staff and volunteers.
We are looking for volunteers who can support our team in the Waterside Cafe and ensure we offer excellent customer service to our visitors.
Working alongside the Kitchen Manager and catering team to provide an inviting and relaxing environment in between gorgeous walks and beautiful sights.
Volunteers are an essential part of the WWT team. You'll get a warm welcome, including information on training, equipment and anything else you need.
About You
To carry out this role, you will need:
- Good verbal communication skills
- Some understanding around H&S within a catering environment
- To enjoy working as part of a team
- Good general fitness as this role involves spending periods of time on your feet and may involve lifting
- To be reliable and committed to the role and the team
- An interest in and enthusiasm for the work of WWT
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you'll love volunteering at WWT
- Feel good knowing you are helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by like-minded wetland lovers
- Hear from the people who inject their energy, passion and expertise into wetlands and wildlife - talks, walks, webinars, tea and cake...
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Volunteer discount on shopping and memberships
- Access to webinars and practical information to help you manage daily life
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Restore Wetlands and Unlock their Power
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.