Goal of the Position:
To assist in diverting good food from the landfill by cooking, baking, chopping,
preserving, and repackaging bulk food products
Position Responsibilities:
• Chop, cook, bake, repackage, and otherwise preserve food
• Follow kitchen guidelines for safe food handling ensuring Public Health guidelines
are followed at all times including cleaning, sanitizing, recording cooking
temperatures, handwashing, etc.
• Ensure the kitchen is left clean and tidy which includes washing dishes, sweeping,
mopping, cleaning high-touch areas
Working Conditions:
• This is a primarily standing position with the opportunity to take sitting breaks.
• The kitchen can be hot in warm weather and there is a loud exhaust fan
Qualifications/Expectations:
• Maintain a positive demeanor in a busy work atmosphere
• Previous kitchen experience is an asset but not required
Other Requirements:
• Running shoes are required
Training & Supervision:
• Engage in a tour of the Cambridge Food Bank to gain knowledge and
understanding the programs, mission, and vision of CFB
• Training and supervision will be ongoing and provided by the Kitchen
Coordinator in partnership with the Volunteer Manager
Current shifts available
Thursday's 9:30am-11:30am & 1:00pm-3:00pm
