Volunteer Opportunities at DC Central Kitchen

Open Opportunity

About

DC Central Kitchen (DCCK) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and social enterprise that combats hunger and poverty through job training and job creation. DCCK’s social ventures include serving scratch-cooked farm-to-school meals in DC schools, delivering fresh, affordable produce to corner stores in neighborhoods without supermarkets, and operating fast-casual cafes throughout the District of Columbia. DC Central Kitchen volunteers work alongside our devoted front-line staff and Culinary Job Training students to cut, chop, peel, and prep fresh produce as we prepare balanced meals for our community. Volunteer shifts are available for registration up to 3 months in advance. No cooking or food service experience required!

WHERE: 

Our address is 2121 First Street SW, 20024 located in the Buzzard Point neighborhood behind the Audi field. Our front entrance is on V St between First and 2nd St. 

   

  • We are located closest to Waterfront Metro Station (Green Line).
  • We have a DCCK shuttle that runs every 15 minutes between Waterfront Metro and our facility Monday through Friday between 6:30am - 9:30am, and 3:30pm – 6:30pm.
  • There is also a metro bus (Bus 74) that runs between the Waterfront station and directly in front of our facility. 
  • James Creek Marina Parking Lot ($20 Daily)   
  • Bike Racks are located on our site if guests would like to transport via bicycle (Each guest would have to provide own locks to lock bike)   

WHEN: We are open and accepting volunteers 365 days a year, rain, snow, or shine!

  • Monday through Sunday 9am – 12pm (3 hours)
  • Monday through Friday 2pm – 4pm (2 hours)
  • Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 6pm – 8pm (2 hours)

HOW TO SIGN UP:  

Each volunteer will need to create a profile and digitally sign a General Liability and Waiver form within our Volunteer Portal to register for a shift. https://dcck.appianportals.com/dcck-volunteer-registration

WHAT TO WEAR:

  • Long pants (no skirts, no shorts)  
  • Closed toe shoes 
  • No tank or halter tops, no dresses  
  •  Hair must be up and out of face. (We will provide hair nets.)  
  •   Masks are not required; however, they will be available for those who would prefer to wear them.  

 WHO TO CONTACT: Joy McIntyre, Director of Guest Experience (jmcintyre@dccentralkitchen.org) and Anye’ Queen, Guest Experience Specialist (aqueen@dccentralkitchen.org)

There is no need to register for this opportunity. To report your service, use the "add impact" button at the top of this project page. 

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