Join Our OBK Kitchen Volunteer Team

Location: Our Big Kitchen, 36 Flood Street, Bondi NSW 2026

Position Type: Volunteer

About Our Big Kitchen

Our Big Kitchen (OBK) is a community-run, non-denominational, kosher-certified charity kitchen that brings people together through meaningful volunteering. We cook and pack thousands of meals every week for people doing it tough — all made possible by the incredible support of volunteers, charity partners, and our dedicated team.

We’re a vibrant, inclusive space where individuals and groups from all walks of life come to contribute, connect, and make a positive social impact.

The Role

We are seeking a hands-on and community-minded Kitchen Operations Support Volunteer to support the smooth running of the kitchen and serve as a key liaison between our Onsite Operations Manager, remote team, and day-to-day kitchen activities.

This is a volunteer-facing role, perfect for someone who thrives in a busy, team-based environment and is passionate about community work. You'll help ensure the kitchen stays organised, welcoming, and safe — coordinating with volunteers, school groups, corporates, and charity partners as part of OBK’s daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Onsite Operations Manager in daily kitchen operations
• Welcome and guide volunteers, school and corporate groups during sessions
• Coordinate with OBK’s remote Kitchen Operations Support Volunteer for scheduling and updates
• Ensure proper check-in, name tags, and sign-outs for all volunteers and groups
• Monitor kitchen flow: help prepare stations and reset between events
• Assist with meal collection coordination, delivery prep and charity pickups
• Flag any incidents, maintenance issues or safety concerns promptly.
• Keep supplies, equipment, and kitchen spaces neat and ready for use
• Maintain simple records (incident forms, attendance, kitchen logs, etc.)

Ideal Candidate

• Friendly, proactive and community-minded
• Confident working with people from diverse backgrounds
• Organised, calm under pressure, and can multitask
• Hospitality, admin, or events experience is helpful but not essential
• Comfortable communicating in person and via phone or email
• Willing to follow and promote OBK’s WHS, food safety, and volunteer policies
• Willingness to learn and uphold strict HACCP and Kosher food safety standards (training provided)
• Schedule can be discussed as it usually varies M-F and Sundays (Saturdays off)
• Holds a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) or willing to obtain
• Available at least one regular weekday and open to occasional Sundays

Why Volunteer at OBK?

• Be part of a purpose-led, inclusive team that makes real impact
• Gain experience in event and kitchen operations
• Receive certificates or references based on your participation
• Get hands-on experience in community engagement
• Help create a space of kindness, teamwork and service
• Certificate can be provided upon evaluation.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and a short note about why you’re interested to [email protected].

If you have questions before applying, feel free to reach out — we’d love to hear from you!