Volunteer - Lunch Club Cook (Maldon)
Description
- Are you a confident cook who enjoys planning and preparing nutritious meals for others?
The Salvation Army in Maldon is seeking a Volunteer Lunch Club Cook to plan and deliver nutritious meals for its weekly community lunch club.
In this role, you will be responsible for planning a healthy and balanced menu, producing a shopping list, preparing and cooking the meal, and ensuring the kitchen is left clean and tidy after service. You will work within an agreed budget and ensure meals are prepared in accordance with food safety, hygiene and health and safety standards, including taking account of dietary requirements and allergies.
Location: Maldon Salvation Army Corps, 12 Wantz Road, Maldon, Essex CM9 5DE
Time Commitment: Wednesdays, 9:00am–2:00pm
The impact you'll have
The lunch club offers more than just a meal, it provides social connection, routine and a welcoming space for members of the community. By planning and preparing nutritious food, you will help create an environment where people feel valued, connected and supported through the work of The Salvation Army.
The skills you'll need
You will need to have the following skills in order to participate:
We are looking for volunteers who:
- Hold Food Hygiene Level 2 certification (or are willing to complete one)
- Can plan and deliver healthy and nutritious menus within a budget
- Understand dietary requirements and allergies
- Have good catering and food handling skills
- Can work effectively to timescales
- Are able to complete health and safety records accurately
- Demonstrate good interpersonal and team working skills
- Are reliable and organised
Volunteer induction and all relevant training will be provided.
Location
Maldon Salvation Army Corps, 12 Wantz Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5DE
When
Schedule
Flexible times
Commitment
Ongoing
You will need
Criminal record check required
Getting here
Maldon Salvation Army Corps, 12 Wantz Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5DE
THE SALVATION ARMY
Health, disability and social care
The Salvation Army is a Christian church and charity working across the UK and Ireland to support people and communities in need. Our work is rooted in faith and driven by a commitment to love, serve, and stand alongside people in practical and meaningful ways.
We support individuals and communities through a wide range of services including homelessness, addiction, unemployment, modern slavery, debt, and isolation.
Volunteers play a vital role in bringing this work to life. We offer a wide range of volunteering opportunities and warmly welcome people from all backgrounds to get involved, contribute their time and skills, and help make a positive difference in local communities.
Come and be part of something that makes a real difference, in your community and in the lives of others.