John and Lynn have been a valuable addition to the Second Helping family of volunteers. They bring so much joy, care, and talent to the Hunger Relief kitchen. It has been a pleasure watching them master the tilts by creating some fantastic meals. Lynn is also an excellent baker. [...]
Get to know the people behind the mission! Each month we’ll introduce a member of our incredible, hard-working team. Meet the whole Second Helpings staff here. Name: Francesca "Chessie" Whitmer Title: Kitchen Coordinator How long have you worked at Second Helpings? Just over eight weeks now! What do you [...]
About the Special Events Intern Position The Special Events Intern works closely with Second Helpings’ Special Events Manager and the Development staff to help plan and execute fundraising events, specifically Corks & Forks and Souper Bowls. For the full job description, click here. Apply for this position online here. [...]
This story first appeared in the Fall 2023 edition of our “Peas & Carrots” newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. For 25 years, rescued food has fueled all of Second Helpings’ programs. At the core of our mission is the desire to reduce waste. Instead of letting quality [...]
This story first appeared in the Fall 2023 edition of our "Peas & Carrots" newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. Cathedral Kitchen has served Second Helpings meals since 1999, and currently provides around 1,400 meals each week to neighbors experiencing homelessness. For 25 years, Second [...]
As we continue to celebrate our 25th anniversary, this month we’re taking a closer look at Second Helpings’ founding in 1998. We recently sat down with Bob Koch, one of Second Helpings’ founders to reflect on his experience during the organization’s earliest days. To hear Bob Koch tell the [...]
About the Kitchen Coordinator Position This position provides support to the Manager of Hunger Relief in food preparation, directing volunteers and temporary employees and kitchen sanitation. For the full job description, click here. Apply for this position online here. The application deadline is 8:00 AM on Monday, September 25. [...]
I am happy to present Tony Shuler to you as Second Helpings' Volunteer of the Month for August 2023. Tony has served here for 4 years and volunteers on the tilts making delicious meals on Tuesdays. Thanks for all you do, Tony! Learn more about Tony in his own [...]
About the Volunteer Services Coordinator Position This position supports activities of the Manager of Volunteer Services via scheduling, communication, training and database management. For the full job description, click here. Apply for this position online here. The application deadline is 8:00 AM on Monday, September 18. About Employment at [...]
As we continue to celebrate our 25th anniversary, this month we are taking a closer look at the Culinary Job Training program. This guest blog post comes from one of Second Helpings' founders, Jean Paison, and is adapted from her remarks at the graduation ceremony for Culinary Job Training [...]