L’Arche London (Cooking Instructor at Independence Summer Camp)

Organization Name: L’Arche London
Opportunity Title: Cooking Instructor at Independence Summer Camp
Category: Social and Community Service
Commitment: Less than 6 months
Start Date: July 4, 2023
End Date: August 25, 2023

Email: camp@larchelondon.org
Website: https://larchelondon.ca
Details:

• Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55
• Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and over

Opportunity Description:

Summary: Independence Summer Camp is for disabled individuals aged 18-35. This camp is a balance of both education and recreational curriculum. Independence Summer Camp is designed for individuals looking to learn about life skills, make friends, and try new things. We are seeking volunteers to lead workshops for our campers this summer!  The Cooking Instructor would lead four 2-hour workshops for six campers throughout July and August. The workshops can be scheduled according to volunteers’ availability. The workshop would also be supported by staff and other volunteers. The Cooking Instructor would have creative control over the workshop and could decide the meal plan. The Cooking Instructor would not be responsible for providing the ingredients or supplies.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities  Design a fun and creative cooking workshop for campers  Provide quality instruction sensitive to the needs of the individual and diverse campers Motivate campers with words of encouragement Model and teach proper kitchen etiquette and safety  Design a meal plan that caters to campers’ allergies and sensitives Requirements: An interest and passion for cooking Experience as a cooking/baking teacher is not a requirement  Availability to attend camp for 2hr workshops throughout July and August  Experience working with individuals with disabilities is considered a vital asset but is not a requirement  Lived experience with disability is a strong asset but not a requirement  Transportation to and from Lambeth is necessary  Location: Lambeth, ON   Contact: camp@larchelondon.org