Serve Dinner at The Valiance Shelter!-weekly opportunity

About Agate:

Agate Housing and Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending homelessness and relieving hunger through action and advocacy. We help people move from streets to shelters and then into their own homes by providing personalized support at each step. Agate supports the full housing continuum: street outreach, emergency shelter, permanent housing, and prevention.

The Valiance Women’s Shelter in south Minneapolis provides 24-7 long-stay shelter beds for up to 54 guests. Our guests have a safe place to eat, sleep, relax, and work with Agate staff to overcome barriers to housing. Learn more at agatemn.org/Valiance.

About The Role:

We are seeking individuals who are reliable, self-directed, and comfortable in a kitchen environment to serve dinners to shelter guests in the evening. Shelter volunteers play an important role in contributing to the smooth functioning of the shelter during evening hours. This role reports to the Volunteer Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare kitchen for dinner service: Set out meals, utensils, and other tools
  • Heat meals on weekends
• Serve meals to shelter guests
• Clean kitchen after meal service
• Interact positively with shelter guests
• Other duties as assigned

Time Commitment:

• • 1 scheduled shift per week
  • Weekly shifts available:
• Saturday and Sunday 4:00 PM to 6:45 PM
• Monday through Friday 4:45 PM to 6:45 PM
• Must be willing to commit to a 3-month period of service

Impact:

By working closely with shelter staff and guests, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the experience of homelessness and the satisfaction of knowing you’re helping to create a warm welcoming environment for our guests.