Description

We are seeking a dedicated volunteer to serve as the Main Cook to support the 2026 Weekend Authentic Guide to Meditation Retreat at Dzokden Kalapa taking place for 3 days (see below) from June 19 – June 21, 2026.  

Timing:  Arrival: Thursday, June 18 until 12:00, 2026. Departure: Sunday, June 21 (evening) or Monday, 22 (morning), 2026

Hours:  8 hours a day full time for 3 days = 24 hours onsite + 11 hours preparation = 35 total hours

*Note:  This role also counts toward EAP

Responsibilities

• Preparing breakfast, a varied, nourishing lunch, and a light dinner for a group of retreatants at the size of around 15  persons. 
• The food for this Retreat in specific  is vegan and must include a gluten-free alternative.
• Note:  If the group is larger than 15 retreatants, you will have a part-time cooking helper.
• Responsible for setting up the daily menu, keeping kitchen spaces nice and clean and managing the cook helper, if available.   
• Final deep cleaning of kitchen, washroom & dining hall after Retreat ended. 
• Experienced cooks from past retreats can be contacted for additional exchange, if desired.

What Dzokden Kalapa Offers:

You will be able to enjoy all the areas in the retreat center. If you commit to the whole volunteering period, during your stay, we can provide free access to an online course or recorded retreat at our digital learning center if you would like to support your practice and study while you are volunteering. Moreover, you can also participate in any sessions of the event in the temple for free whenever you have a break from your volunteer work.