Opportunities From: Martha's Table

Position Overview: 

The Food Prep Volunteer shift at Maycroft directly supports McKenna's Wagon program by preparing and packing hot meals and sandwich bags for evening meal distribution.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

Follow recipe directions and instructionsPractice kitchen safety rules (washing hands, sanitizing, wearing gloves, closed-toe shoes, and hair net) at all timesUse of basic knife skills (chopping, slicing, etc.) and kitchen appliances (blender, stove, oven, dehydrator, etc.)Portioning, packing, and storing food samples and mealsLabel all leftover ingredients and stored samples with “best by date” on themEnsure walk-in maintenance and organization per the staff’s directionsLoad van with food when necessaryKitchen clean-up

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills Developed May Include:

Basic kitchen skills: Working with various kitchen tools and equipment. Communication skills: Actively listening to staff members regarding kitchen protocols. Organizational skills: Ensuring all ingredients and kitchen supplies are in their correct place after use. Teamwork skills: Working with other volunteers and staff members to ensure the samples are made according to directions.

Working Conditions: 

While performing the duties of this job, the assistant may be asked to stand for extended periods of time, comfortably lift 30 lbs., and maintain an active shift.

Position Overview: 

The Food Preparation shift supports students and community members with access to freshly prepared food samples and meals. The Food Prep Volunteer shift directly supports our Joyful Food Markets by preparing and packaging food samples for our partner schools and community members.  The Food Prep Volunteer shift at Maycroft directly supports McKenna's Wagon program by preparing and packing hot meals and sandwich bags for evening meal distribution.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

Follow recipe directions and instructionsPractice kitchen safety rules (washing hands, sanitizing, wearing gloves, closed-toe shoes, and hair net) at all timesBasic knife skills (chopping, slicing, etc.) Use of kitchen appliances (blender, stove, oven, dehydrator, etc.)Portioning, packing, and storing food samples and mealsLabel all leftover ingredients and stored samples with “best by date” on themEnsure walk-in maintenance and organization per the staff’s directionsLoad van with food when necessaryKitchen clean-up

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills Developed May Include:

Basic kitchen skills: Working with various kitchen tools and equipment. Communication skills: Actively listening to staff members regarding kitchen protocols. Organizational skills: Ensuring all ingredients and kitchen supplies are in their correct place after use. Teamwork skills: Working with other volunteers and staff members to ensure the samples are made according to directions.

Working Conditions: 

While performing the duties of this job, the assistant may be asked to stand for extended periods of time, comfortably lift 30 lbs., and maintain an active shift.

NOTE: There is a strict age requirement of 15 years old to participate in this event. Registrations will be cancelled if an underage volunteer is signed up for this event. No exceptions.

¡En Martha’s Table damos la bienvenida a nuestros vecinos bilingües a que se unan como voluntarios en nuestros Mercados Saludables! Su apoyo es esencial para crear un ambiente acogedor y accesible para todas las familias, ayudando a distribuir alimentos frescos y nutritivos mientras fortalecemos nuestra comunidad juntos.

At Martha’s Table, we warmly welcome our bilingual neighbors to join us as volunteers in our Healthy Markets! Your support is essential in creating a welcoming and accessible environment for all families, helping distribute fresh, nutritious food while we strengthen our community together.

Position Overview:

McKenna’s Wagon is Martha’s Table’s mobile food van, which provides a hot meal 365 days a year to neighbors experiencing hunger and housing insecurity. The McKenna’s Wagon Assistant will ensure that food service each night is a success by helping to set up, manage, and break down the hot meal distribution at two sites in downtown DC. They will also provide exemplary customer service for our neighbors visiting the wagon.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

Distribution of food items to neighborsLine ManagementSet up a food distribution table, including hot meals and supplemental foodMaintaining a tidy space for food distributionAssist with breakdown and transportation of materials from 1st site to 2nd site

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills Developed May Include:

Customer Service: all guests are greeted with a smile and positive attitude.Problem-solving skills: In the event of inclement weather or issues arising, the assistant will be able to think through possible solutions.Organizational skills: Ensuring van is packed and repacked efficiently.Communication skills: Actively listening to both neighbors and team members, announcing meals to each client in real-time.Teamwork: Assistants collaborate to create a positive experience for McKenna's Wagon guests.

Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the assistant may be asked to stand for extended periods of time, comfortably lift at least 30 lbs., and maintain an active shift.