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About Northern Virginia Family Services

For more than a century, Northern Virginia Family Services (NVFS) has been a trusted partner to Northern Virginia families, helping more than 40,000 across the region overcome challenges and build brighter futures. Services include housing and food access, early childhood education, mental health, and workforce development.

Role Overview

The Shelter Kitchen Assistant helps ensure efficient kitchen operations by assisting the shelter cook with daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the refrigerator and pantry and dispose of expired items.
• Maintain quality standards of kitchen appliances including stove, oven, refrigerators, ice machine, etc.
• Maintain overall cleanliness of the kitchen, including countertops, dishes, sinks, and floors.
• Assist with the organizational system by sorting and storing items properly and rotating stock based on expiration dates.
• Assist with meal preparation by gathering ingredients, cutting vegetables, and other preparatory tasks.
• Serve lunch to shelter guests and assist with clean‑up after the meal.
• Restock kitchen supplies and paper products.

Qualifications

• Spanish‑speaking is a plus, but not required.

Schedule

Weekdays, 11 am – 2 pm.

Volunteer Information

This position is a volunteer role and is not offered for community service hour completion.