Lend a hand, feed a community

At Rooted in Outreach Community Kitchen, our monthly community meals depend on dedicated hearts and willing hands. Whether you can give two hours or an entire afternoon, your time makes an immediate difference for our neighbors in need.

How you can help

We welcome volunteers with open arms. No professional culinary experience is needed—our food safety certified team and experienced cooks are here to guide you every step of the way. We are able to meet you at your level!

Prep and cooking

Help offload kitchen supplies, wash and chop fresh vegetables, and assist our cooks in preparing wholesome, delicious dishes from scratch.

Packaging and setup

Assemble food containers, prepare delivery bags, organize distribution stations, and ensure meals are safely packed and ready for delivery.

Outreach and admin

Support our mission behind the scenes through event photography, fundraising initiatives, social media updates, and volunteer coordination.

Flexible shifts for every schedule

We operate primarily two days a month between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM.

Volunteers are welcome to come and go as their schedule permits—even just an hour or two on-site provides vital support to our kitchen team.

Early logistics and clean up

Before service begins, we need early volunteers to assist with picking up provisions, unloading ingredients, and organizing stations at the church. At the end of the shift, our clean-up crew ensures the facility is spotless and ready for the next community event.

Sign up to volunteer today

Ready to join our family of volunteers? Reach out to share your name, phone number, and email. Our team will contact you with a welcome packet detailing upcoming events, directions to the church kitchen, and volunteer shift opportunities.