Cook in Metro area

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 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:

You enjoy cooking!

You are creative in menu planning and would be able

to think of substitutions when some items are unavailable.

You are a good communicator and able to plan your

schedule in advance.

You feel good when you are helping others.

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