Volunteer Opportunity
Details
Description
Title: Safe
House Cook
Staff Partner: Kitchen Coordinator
Location: WINGS Domestic Violence Safe House, close to Midway Airport.
Time: All appointments are scheduled in advance, but
the timing is very flexible. Most people
come once a week for 2 or 3 hours at a time.
Commitment: Requires a 12-month commitment to volunteer weekly
Additional Requirements:
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Completion of the Illinois Food Sanitation Class (WINGS
will cover the cost.)
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Completion of the 40 Hour Domestic Violence Training within the first
year (WINGS will provide this training, which is
usually offered 3 times a year.)
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Any personal experience with domestic violence
should be more than 2 years prior to applying for this volunteer opportunity.
-
A commitment to keep the location confidential.
Description:
- WINGS operates
a Domestic Violence Safe House that offers short term shelter and services for
women and children seeking immediate help.
We have a capacity of up to 45 people.
There is a large commercial kitchen where only certified food handlers
can prepare food as stated in the food sanitization license, or work along side a food handler already certified.
- Much of
the food comes in from the Greater Chicago Food Depositary or from
donations. Funds for additional ingredients
are available, but limited.
- Volunteer
creates their own recipes. Occasionally
there are clients with specific dietary requirements who need adjustments.
- To remain in good communication regarding available
ingredients and advance purchase of additional items for menu items, the cook
and the family advocate schedule a call or email at the beginning of the week.
THIS MIGHT BE A GOOD FIT FOR YOU IF:
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You enjoy cooking!
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You are creative in menu planning and would be able
to think of substitutions when some items are unavailable.
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You are a good communicator and able to plan your
schedule in advance.
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You feel good when you are helping others.
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You feel comfortable working with people in a
diverse environment in regards to social-economic status, race, ethnicity,
sexual orientation and religion.
You are non-judgmental
about why families are in a situation where they need help
Title: Safe
House Cook
Staff Partner: Kitchen Coordinator
Location: WINGS Domestic Violence Safe House, close to Midway Airport.
Time: All appointments are scheduled in advance, but
the timing is very flexible. Most people
come once a week for 2 or 3 hours at a time.
Commitment: Requires a 12-month commitment to volunteer weekly
Additional Requirements:
-
Completion of the Illinois Food Sanitation Class (WINGS
will cover the cost.)
-
Completion of the 40 Hour Domestic Violence Training within the first
year (WINGS will provide this training, which is
usually offered 3 times a year.)
-
Any personal experience with domestic violence
should be more than 2 years prior to applying for this volunteer opportunity.
-
A commitment to keep the location confidential.
Description:
- WINGS operates
a Domestic Violence Safe House that offers short term shelter and services for
women and children seeking immediate help.
We have a capacity of up to 45 people.
There is a large commercial…
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