This program is currently suspended due to the global pandemic.

Volunteer at one of our many Portland / Vancouver area dining centers and help us change lives, one meal at a time.

Here are some of the volunteer needs:

• Kitchen Support – Simple food prep, dish up salad, divide dessert, and serve lunch. (M-Th lunchtime)
• Dining Room Assistant – Set tables, rolls silverware, dry trays, other tasks as assigned in dining room. (M-Th lunchtime)
• Dishwasher – Maintain kitchen sanitation (M-Th lunchtime)

General Responsibilities:

• Assisting and following directions for daily food preparation from Kitchen Coordinator.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Arrive at the center on time (if unable to attend, please notify center manager)
• Report to center manager/kitchen coordinator to receive job assignment
• Maintain high standards of personal and kitchen sanitation and safety
• Take time to visit participants and take interest in their welfare
• Promote a positive social environment to the center

Average Time Commitment:

• Can vary depending upon the needs of the center

Age Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age to use any equipment
• Youth under age 14 must be approved by the center manager for appropriateness of task assignment

Minimum Qualifications:

• Willingness to learn policies, programs, and traditions of the center
• Exhibit respectful and calm demeanor
• Good manners and patience
• Able to work well with a diverse group of individuals
• Able to demonstrate flexibility, initiative, patience, and reliability

To Volunteer (New Volunteers Only):

1. Create your volunteer profile on our online volunteer portal
2. Schedule a brief on-site orientation with the Center Manager.
3. Once you’ve completed the orientation, you will be asked to complete a background check.
4. After the background check results are returned to the Center Manager, we will work with you to schedule your time with Meals on Wheels People.

Training Video

Center Locations