Afternoon Kitchen Team (Shadow Shift)

Why This Matters

Since Hurricane Helene, Baptists on Mission has been serving Western North Carolina by rebuilding and repairing homes. Every volunteer who swings a hammer or clears debris begins their day with a meal prepared by this kitchen.

When you serve here, you are not “helping in a kitchen.”
You are fueling the rebuilding of our community.

If the meals stop, the work slows. Your role directly impacts how many homes get restored.

What You’ll Do (Shadow Shift – Training Focus)

This is a learning shift designed to onboard consistent volunteers into the rhythm of the kitchen. You will:

• Shadow the Kitchen Manager and experienced volunteers

• Assist in preparing breakfast

• Help assemble sandwiches for volunteer lunches

• Set out and serve meals

• Support kitchen cleanup and reset

You will not be left alone to figure it out. This is structured learning with hands-on responsibility.

Who This Is For

We are looking for dependable YMCA members with basic cooking confidence — not professional chefs, but individuals comfortable preparing food without constant supervision.

This is best suited for someone who:

• Wants to commit consistently

• Takes ownership

• Understands that small details (timing, prep, cleanliness) matter

Spots are limited to build a reliable team.

If you want to directly strengthen the people rebuilding Swannanoa — this is where you start.