Volunteer Cook

(Durham Outlook for the Needy)

Add to List Suggest an Update
Position ID: V-OSH0231
Last Modified: 19 Aug 2026
Last Full Update: 19 Aug 2026

Opportunity Details: Volunteer Cook

Contact Hannah Slade, Volunteer Coordinator, Durham Outlook for the Needy; Phone: 905-434-7543; Email: hannah@durhamoutlook.com
Duties

We are looking to fill the role of a volunteer cook or sous chef positions that will help lead the back of the kitchen during the morning shifts to prepare the meal for the afternoon shift. This position includes:

  • Being at the kitchen from 9:00am-1:00pm Monday
  • Assigning duties to sous chefs
  • Preparing the meal and checking food temperatures 
  • Following Canada’s Food Handling Procedures and the Health Department Guidelines 
  • Filling out forms for food cooked that day
  • Cleaning up your station before you leave 
  • Please be advised that we are looking for long term volunteers. This position is not temporary, and we are hoping to find volunteers that are able to make a long-term commitment. Upon finding ideal candidates, training will be provided.

   
Ages 18 year(s) and up
Suitable For Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Men ; Women ; Couples ; Individuals ; Court-ordered community service hours
Areas of Interest Donations - Food, Non-Perishable Items ; Donations - Food, Fresh Items
Skills/Experience Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Creativity ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Mentoring & Training ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently
Commitment Length Long Term
Interaction Level Solitary ; One-on-one ; Small Group ; Large Group
Minimum Hours 3 / Day
Dates and Times Monday: Morning
Seasons Year Round
Number of Positions Durham Region ; Oshawa 
 
10 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Training is provided ; Training on the job
Police Check Not Required

Agency Details: Durham Outlook for the Needy

Other Opportunities Suggest New Opportunity
Office Phone 905-434-7543, Administration
E-Mail andrea@durhamoutlook.com
Website http://www.durhamoutlook.com
Address & Map
227 Simcoe St S
Oshawa, ON
Canada L1H 4H3
 
View Google Map
Mailing Address 227 Simcoe St S 
Oshawa, ON 
Canada L1H 4H3

Volunteer Durham is committed to provide a database that is accurate, current and comprehensive. However, we are unable to assume any liability resulting from errors or omissions. Inclusion or omission of a program or service is not a comment on its quality. Please contact Volunteer Durham to report concerns or to make suggestions.