Volunteer Kitchen Prep
About us
Rourou Kai Ora is a charity based out of Newlands college providing wholefood, plant-based meals for people living with health conditions and nutritional needs. We offer delicious, healthy, tailored meals made by teen chefs for those facing illnesses such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and other nutritionally sensitive medical conditions.
At the heart of Rourou Kai Ora is a group of local rangatahi who volunteer alongside experienced adults to prepare meals for members of their community. We mentor teens to learn about cooking and eating healthy foods and about their power to make a difference.
We have just turned one and have grown into a thriving community organisation, delivering more than 2,500 meals to local people. We are looking to expand our team of dedicated volunteers to support the continued growth and impact of our charity.
About the role
Rourou Kai Ora is looking for volunteers with confident knife skills or a keenness to learn, to help prepare the beautiful organic produce. This supports the rangatahi programme to be able to focus on the cooking.
What you’ll do
- Follow simple prep instructions; washing, weighing and preparing organic produce
- Carry out simple kitchen tasks such as roasting vegetables or making vegetable stock
- Assist with basic cleaning tasks
We’re looking for someone who
- Enjoys being in the kitchen
- Is comfortable working with sharp knives
- Is happy to pitch in with practical tasks
- Values care, connection, dignity, and community wellbeing
- Can work collaboratively as part of a team
- Is reliable and able to commit regularly
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all
- Alignment with the values and kaupapa of Rourou Kai Ora
It would be a bonus if you have
- Kitchen/cooking experience
Why volunteer with us?
- Be part of a practical, community-led response that uses food as healthcare
- Join a warm and committed team who enjoy a relaxed and connected environment
- Learn more about food as medicine, healthy eating and cooking
- Build your kitchen skills
- Help make a real difference for people in our community
If this sounds like a good fit for you, we’d love to hear from you!
Please email [email protected] with a few lines about yourself, any relevant experience, and why you’re interested in the role. You’re also welcome to include a CV if you have one.