Use the online volunteer portal to sign up for a shift. Contact volunteer@dccentralkitchen.org for assistance.
None. Just a great attitude and willingness to work hard.
Volunteers must be 12 years or older.
Meal prep involves cutting vegetables, preparing salads, packaging meals, and other kitchen related tasks.
Daily Meal Prep: 30
No, we offer special assignments for vegetarians and persons with allergies.
Volunteers must be able to stand for 3 hours but will not be required to lift heavy loads. There are benches located around the Volunteer Zone if breaks are needed throughout the shift.
Persons with back injuries are not advised to sign up for gleaning shifts as that involves working outdoors with local farm partners on various physical activities.
Safety is our number one concern. All volunteers must wear appropriate and professional attire suitable for an industrial production kitchen. Please wear closed toed shoes, sleeves and long pants. Shoes with high-grip soles are strongly recommended.
Due to health regulations, volunteers who do not follow this dress code will not be allowed to work in the Kitchen. Please remember:
Lockers are available for use during indoor volunteer shifts should any clothing or other items need to be stored throughout your shift.
Yes, all volunteers will be required to electronically sign the Volunteer Release and Waiver of Liability form prior to any volunteer shift. Volunteers under the age of 18 must provide a parent/guardian’s name on the waiver. The COVID-19 Vaccine Attestation form is optional.