Volunteers will help Community Chef during Cookery School Class and other cooking activities with food preparation and cooking, creating healthy, nutritious meals. You will get an opportunity to learn, share food and gain valuable experience as a class assistant delivering cookery classes. Additional training can be provided.
- Make a real impact – Assist with classes that teach members to cook and create healthy, nutritious meals.
- Share your knowledge – Use your skills to teach and mentor others, helping them build confidence when cooking.
- Build meaningful connections – Engage with a diverse range of people, hearing their stories and supporting them in a hands-on way.
- Develop valuable skills – Strengthen your communication and mentoring abilities—great for both personal growth and your CV.
- Be part of a supportive community – Join a friendly team of volunteers and staff who are passionate about making a difference.
- A rewarding experience – See firsthand the confidence and independence people gain through your support.
- How to communicate effectively – Adapt your approach to support people with different backgrounds, needs, and confidence levels.
- How to provide a safe and welcoming space – Develop the skills to create an inclusive, encouraging learning environment.
- Teaching and mentoring skills – Gain valuable experience as a class assistant delivering cookery classes.
- Patience and empathy – Strengthen your ability to support members at their own pace, making a real difference in their confidence
- To help with kitchen space, appliances and food preparation before the class
- To assist class participants under the Class Tutor guidance.
- To help with cooking and food serving and sharing
- To help with tidying up after class.
- To ensure the class areas are clean, safe and tidy during and at the end of each class, following Health Safety guidance from tutor.
- To raise any concerns with staff and to act in accordance with the Volunteer Handbook and the Organisation’s Code of Conduct.
- To work effectively with St Luke’s staff and other volunteers to deliver a confidential service that is non-judgemental.
For more information:
Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator – hwillmott@slpt.org.uk
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