Volunteer Cook (Sundays)

The Volunteer Cook plays a key role in creating a warm, welcoming, and enjoyable dining experience for clients in our community. The volunteer will plan, prepare, and serve nutritious, home-cooked meals for approximately 30 to 35 people during six Sunday Lunch events each year, as well as support two Monday community sessions each month from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. 

Location: Community ConneX, Pinner Green

What would we like you to do?

• Plan simple, nutritious, and cost-effective Sunday lunch menus. 

• Prepare and cook meals for guests. 

• Ensure food is prepared and stored safely in line with food hygiene standards. 

• Consider dietary requirements, allergies, and special dietary needs where possible. 

• Serve meals in a friendly and welcoming manner. 

• Work alongside staff and other volunteers to ensure a welcoming and efficient service. 

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment. 

What skills do I need?

• Has a positive, friendly, and helpful attitude. 

• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safe food handling. 

• Can follow instructions and maintain good hygiene standards. 

• Has an interest in food preparation and community service. 

• Previous experience cooking for community groups, events, or charities. 

• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2) or willingness to undertake training. 

• Experience managing food budgets and meal planning 

About Community ConneX

Community ConneX support people with a learning disability, autistic people, those experiencing disadvantages, and their families to help them live healthier, happier and inclusive lives. We're here to support those experiencing loneliness and social isolation. We feel everyone should be valued equally, listened to and included. We actively engage with communities and we work with and support people to have fulfilled lives. We ensure peoples experiences are at the heart of all we do. We have a flexible, responsive and inclusive service. We offer a wide variety of volunteering opportunities.

When do I need to be available?

	Morning	Afternoon	Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Details

6 Sunday lunch events per year and 2 Monday sessions per month from 4:00pm to 7:00pm

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