Needs From: Mel Trotter Ministries

Volunteer: Breakfast - Meal Service

Help us serve warm, nutritious meals to our guests in the mornings. As a Breakfast Volunteer, you will play a key role in ensuring that our guests start their day off on the right foot.

Responsibilities Assist with meal preparation and service Greet and interact with guests in a friendly and respectful manner Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining area Help with inventory management and restocking supplies Follow food safety guidelines and procedures Cleaning up spills Making sure guests have what they need at their table. 

Dress Code:

Closed toe shoes. Shirts that end past hips and cover the midriff as the person performs their duties
(including lifting, bending, and reaching) and a modest neckline. All garments should fit properly and be clean, and in good condition (e.g., no holes, fraying,
stains, discoloration, etc.).Pants e.g. jeans, khaki style, Capris, ankle pants, etc. (pajamas, scrubs, sweatpants, athletic, or yoga styles are NOT
permitted)

You will be an integral part of keeping the kitchen running and moving to serve our guests!

Program: Kitchen

Help us serve warm, nutritious meals to our guests in the mornings. As a Breakfast Volunteer, you will play a key role in ensuring that our guests start their day off on the right foot.

Responsibilities Assist with meal preparation and service Greet and interact with guests in a friendly and respectful manner Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining area Help with inventory management and restocking supplies Follow food safety guidelines and procedures Cleaning up spills Making sure guests have what they need at their table. 

Dress Code:

Closed toe shoes. Shirts that end past hips and cover the midriff as the person performs their duties
(including lifting, bending, and reaching) and a modest neckline. All garments should fit properly and be clean, and in good condition (e.g., no holes, fraying,
stains, discoloration, etc.).Pants e.g. jeans, khaki style, Capris, ankle pants, etc. (pajamas, scrubs, sweatpants, athletic, or yoga styles are NOT
permitted)

You will be an integral part of keeping the kitchen running and moving to serve our guests!

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49503

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Clean the Kitchen and Dining Area

We’re looking for volunteers to help clean the kitchen and dining area. Tasks include wiping down surfaces, sweeping and mopping floors, taking out trash, and ensuring everything is tidy and sanitized.  Your help will make a big difference in keeping our space clean and welcoming for everyone.

Program: Kitchen

We’re looking for volunteers to help clean the kitchen and dining area. Tasks include wiping down surfaces, sweeping and mopping floors, taking out trash, and ensuring everything is tidy and sanitized.  Your help will make a big difference in keeping our space clean and welcoming for everyone.

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49503

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Dinner Service- Meal Service

We are currently looking for volunteers to help serve dinner to our guests. This is a great opportunity to provide a warm meal and a welcoming smile to those in need.

Program: Kitchen

We are currently looking for volunteers to help serve dinner to our guests. This is a great opportunity to provide a warm meal and a welcoming smile to those in need.

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49503

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Dinner- Meal Service and Clean Up

Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you love to cook and enjoy spending time with others? Help us serve warm, nutritious meals to our guests in the evenings. As a Dinner Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our participants and contribute to our mission of serving those in need.

Responsibilities Assist with meal preparation and service. Greet and interact with guests in a friendly and respectful manner. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining area. Help with inventory management and restocking supplies. Follow food safety guidelines and procedures. Cleaning up spills. Making sure guests have what they need at their table. 

Dress Code:

Closed-toe shoes. Shirts that end past the hips and cover the midriff as the person performs their duties
(including lifting, bending, and reaching) and a modest neckline.All garments should fit properly and be clean and in good condition (e.g., no holes, fraying,
stains, discoloration, etc.).Pants e.g., jeans, khaki style, Capris, ankle pants, etc. (pajamas, scrubs, sweatpants, athletic, or yoga styles are NOT
permitted)


You will be an integral part of keeping the kitchen running and moving to serve our guests!

Program: Kitchen

Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you love to cook and enjoy spending time with others? Help us serve warm, nutritious meals to our guests in the evenings. As a Dinner Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our participants and contribute to our mission of serving those in need.

Responsibilities Assist with meal preparation and service. Greet and interact with guests in a friendly and respectful manner. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining area. Help with inventory management and restocking supplies. Follow food safety guidelines and procedures. Cleaning up spills. Making sure guests have what they need at their table. 

Dress Code:

Closed-toe shoes. Shirts that end past the hips and cover the midriff as the person performs their duties
(including lifting, bending, and reaching) and a modest neckline.All garments should fit properly and be clean and in good condition (e.g., no holes, fraying,
stains, discoloration, etc.).Pants e.g., jeans, khaki style, Capris, ankle pants, etc. (pajamas, scrubs, sweatpants, athletic, or yoga styles are NOT
permitted)


You will be an integral part of keeping the kitchen running and moving to serve our guests!

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49503

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Dishwasher- Late Morning/ Afternoon Shift

Help us keep our kitchen running smoothly as we serve up to 750 meals a day! We're looking for dedicated volunteers to assist with dishwashing and general kitchen clean-up after meal service.

What you’ll do:

Wash dishes by hand and with our industrial dishwasher

Help maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment

Follow food safety and cleanliness guidelines

What to know:

We’ll teach you everything you need to know, including how to use the dishwasher and our kitchen process

Long pants are required for all volunteers working in the kitchen

No experience necessary—just a willingness to help and a good attitude!

Join our team and make a real difference behind the scenes!

Program: Kitchen

Help us keep our kitchen running smoothly as we serve up to 750 meals a day! We're looking for dedicated volunteers to assist with dishwashing and general kitchen clean-up after meal service.

What you’ll do:

Wash dishes by hand and with our industrial dishwasher

Help maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment

Follow food safety and cleanliness guidelines

What to know:

We’ll teach you everything you need to know, including how to use the dishwasher and our kitchen process

Long pants are required for all volunteers working in the kitchen

No experience necessary—just a willingness to help and a good attitude!

Join our team and make a real difference behind the scenes!

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49503

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Dishwasher- Morning Shift

Help us keep our kitchen running smoothly as we serve up to 750 meals a day! We're looking for dedicated volunteers to assist with dishwashing and general kitchen clean-up after meal service.

What you’ll do:

Wash dishes by hand and with our industrial dishwasher

Help maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment

Follow food safety and cleanliness guidelines

What to know:

We’ll teach you everything you need to know, including how to use the dishwasher and our kitchen process

Long pants are required for all volunteers working in the kitchen

No experience necessary—just a willingness to help and a good attitude!

Join our team and make a real difference behind the scenes!

Program: Kitchen

Help us keep our kitchen running smoothly as we serve up to 750 meals a day! We're looking for dedicated volunteers to assist with dishwashing and general kitchen clean-up after meal service.

What you’ll do:

Wash dishes by hand and with our industrial dishwasher

Help maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment

Follow food safety and cleanliness guidelines

What to know:

We’ll teach you everything you need to know, including how to use the dishwasher and our kitchen process

Long pants are required for all volunteers working in the kitchen

No experience necessary—just a willingness to help and a good attitude!

Join our team and make a real difference behind the scenes!

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49503

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Help Unload / Sort Food Truck Delivery

We need volunteers to help unload and sort a food truck delivery. Your help is essential in getting food quickly organized and ready for distribution. If you’re available, please let us know! Every pair of hands makes a big difference.

Program: Kitchen

We need volunteers to help unload and sort a food truck delivery. Your help is essential in getting food quickly organized and ready for distribution. If you’re available, please let us know! Every pair of hands makes a big difference.

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49503

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Kitchen Stocking / Organizing Pantry Area

Join us in making a difference by helping to sort and organize our food pantry and freezer! Volunteers will assist with tasks such as checking expiration dates, grouping similar items, cleaning shelves, and maintaining an orderly and accessible space for food distribution. Your efforts will help ensure that guests in need receive safe, fresh, and well-organized food. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work and want to contribute to a vital community service.

Program: Kitchen

Join us in making a difference by helping to sort and organize our food pantry and freezer! Volunteers will assist with tasks such as checking expiration dates, grouping similar items, cleaning shelves, and maintaining an orderly and accessible space for food distribution. Your efforts will help ensure that guests in need receive safe, fresh, and well-organized food. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work and want to contribute to a vital community service.

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49503

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Kitchen/ Chef Helper

Do you like to chop up food? Wash dishes? Serve food and clean? Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you love to cook and enjoy spending time with others?

Assist Mel Trotter's Kitchen Staff in preparing, serving, and cleaning up after the meal. As a Kitchen Helper, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our participants and contribute to our mission of serving those in need.

Responsibilities:

Assist with meal preparation and service. Greet and interact with guests in a friendly and respectful manner. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining area. Help with inventory management and restocking supplies. Follow food safety guidelines and procedures. Cleaning up spills.

 You will be an integral part of keeping the kitchen running and moving to serve our guests!

Program: Kitchen

Do you like to chop up food? Wash dishes? Serve food and clean? Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you love to cook and enjoy spending time with others?

Assist Mel Trotter's Kitchen Staff in preparing, serving, and cleaning up after the meal. As a Kitchen Helper, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our participants and contribute to our mission of serving those in need.

Responsibilities:

Assist with meal preparation and service. Greet and interact with guests in a friendly and respectful manner. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining area. Help with inventory management and restocking supplies. Follow food safety guidelines and procedures. Cleaning up spills.

 You will be an integral part of keeping the kitchen running and moving to serve our guests!

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49525

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Lunch- Meal Service

We are currently looking for volunteers to help serve lunch to our guests. This is a great opportunity to provide a warm meal and a welcoming smile to those in need.

Program: Kitchen

We are currently looking for volunteers to help serve lunch to our guests. This is a great opportunity to provide a warm meal and a welcoming smile to those in need.

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49503

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Lunch- Meal Service and Clean Up

Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you love to cook and enjoy spending time with others? Help us serve warm, nutritious meals to our guests at lunchtime. As a Lunch Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our participants and contribute to our mission of serving those in need.

Responsibilities Assist with meal preparation and service. Greet and interact with guests in a friendly and respectful manner. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining area. Help with inventory management and restocking supplies. Follow food safety guidelines and procedures. Cleaning up spills. Making sure guests have what they need at their table. 

Dress Code:

Closed-toe shoes. Shirts that end past the hips and cover the midriff as the person performs their duties
(including lifting, bending, and reaching) and a modest neckline.All garments should fit properly and be clean and in good condition (e.g., no holes, fraying,
stains, discoloration, etc.).Pants e.g., jeans, khaki style, Capris, ankle pants, etc. (pajamas, scrubs, sweatpants, athletic, or yoga styles are NOT
permitted)


You will be an integral part of keeping the kitchen running and moving to serve our guests!

Program: Kitchen

Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you love to cook and enjoy spending time with others? Help us serve warm, nutritious meals to our guests at lunchtime. As a Lunch Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our participants and contribute to our mission of serving those in need.

Responsibilities Assist with meal preparation and service. Greet and interact with guests in a friendly and respectful manner. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining area. Help with inventory management and restocking supplies. Follow food safety guidelines and procedures. Cleaning up spills. Making sure guests have what they need at their table. 

Dress Code:

Closed-toe shoes. Shirts that end past the hips and cover the midriff as the person performs their duties
(including lifting, bending, and reaching) and a modest neckline.All garments should fit properly and be clean and in good condition (e.g., no holes, fraying,
stains, discoloration, etc.).Pants e.g., jeans, khaki style, Capris, ankle pants, etc. (pajamas, scrubs, sweatpants, athletic, or yoga styles are NOT
permitted)


You will be an integral part of keeping the kitchen running and moving to serve our guests!

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49503

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Make Sack Lunches for Guests

We're looking for caring and community-minded volunteers to help us prepare sack lunches for our guests who are employed and need a convenient, nutritious meal to take with them to work. This is a great way to make a tangible difference in someone's day and support individuals as they take steps toward independence and stability.

Program: Kitchen

We're looking for caring and community-minded volunteers to help us prepare sack lunches for our guests who are employed and need a convenient, nutritious meal to take with them to work. This is a great way to make a tangible difference in someone's day and support individuals as they take steps toward independence and stability.

Program: Kitchen

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 49503

Allow Groups: Yes