For our location in Amsterdam Old-South (at the Community Centre Lydia), we are looking for new volunteers. Every Saturday we cook a free 3-course meal from surplus food for local residents. Do you occasionally have 3 hours to spare on Saturdays?

Hi there food hero(s)!
Cooking together for the Neighbourhood

For our location in Amsterdam Old-South (at the Community Centre Lydia), Buurtbuik we are looking for new volunteers. Every Saturday we cook a free 3-course meal from surplus food for local residents. Do you occasionally have 3 hours to spare on Saturdays? Come and join our enthusiastic team!

Hi there food hero(s)!

Who would like to make their green heart beat faster, contribute to the neighbourhood feeling in Amsterdam and cook a delicious meal?
We are the BuurtBuik (Neighbourhood Belly), an organisation run entirely by volunteers. Together we fight against food waste by cooking healthy and free meals from surplus food for to people in the neighbourhood.

We are looking for new volunteers to strengthen our team at our Amsterdam Old -South location. We are looking for people who enjoy cooking and would love to help serving the meals.

1. Job description:
During the morning shift from 10-13 we will prepare a 3-course meal from the food we have been donated. Together, we create the menu, divide the tasks and get down to work. The afternoon shift volunteers set the tables, welcome guests, serve lunch and clean up afterwards. You can choose your own shift.

2. Required knowledge or skills:
No specific knowledge is required. Experience with cooking is welcome but not necessary.


3. What does it get you:
Being a volunteer at BuurtBuik is rewarding, our regular guests are very grateful for delicious meals we serve. Moreover, at BuurtBuik you contribute to the fight against food waste and the social cohesion in the city. In addition, you meet many other volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. We also organise fun things for volunteers. And who knows, you might even learn to cook better!

4. Working hours:
As a volunteer, we expect the following commitment from you:
– 6 times a year, a shift on Saturday from 10:00 to 13.00 or from 12.00 – 15.00;


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