Volunteering Opportunity: Wheathampstead Community Kitchen Cooks with Wheathampstead Chapel Community Hub

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

District: St Albans

Start Date: 26/10/2026
End Date: 29/07/2028

Location: Indoor

Time of day: Weekday Afternoons

Practical Considerations: We need cooks from 1pm to 7pm, but this could be done in shifts: 1pm-4pm or 4pm to 7pm

Requirements: Own vehicle or access to a vehicle

Requirements (additional): Love of cooking and enjoy working as a team being part of the community

Suitable for: 18 – 25 year olds, Aged 26 and over

Suitable for volunteers interested in: Children, Families & Family Support, Older People, Social Activities

Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access?: Yes

Full Description:
The Wheathampstead Chapel Community Hub is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help prepare and cook meals in our monthly Community Kitchen which takes place on the last Tuesday of every month at the Chapel Halls in Wheathampstead at 6pm. We usually serve around 60 local people with a welcoming hot meal in a friendly atmosphere. The meal is offered on a ‘Pay what you can afford basis’.

What the role involves:
You will help prepare and cook a 2/3 course dinner for approximately 60 people, working alongside a supportive and experienced volunteer team complying to food hygiene and safety standards.

Time commitment:
o Main event day: Last Tuesday of each month
o Approx. 1pm – 7.30pm (dinner served at 6pm) Shifts can be split

We looking for someone who:
• Can help prepare and cook 2/3 course dinners (with others)
o enjoys working with people
o is organised and dependable
o values community spirit and inclusion

Experience in catering or event organisation would be helpful but is not essential and would suit someone with a passion for cooking.

A Food Hygiene qualification would be ideal, although training can be provided.