Description

We are seeking a dedicated volunteer to serve as the Main Cook to support the 2026 Vajra Family Day at Dzokden Kalapa taking place from August 24-25, 2026.  

Timing:   ~2 days – Friday, August 21 (arrival until 12:00) through Wednesday, August 26 – (departure in the morning)

Hours:  8 hours a day for 4,5 days, total 36 hours onsite + 14 hours preparation beforehand (personal preparation, meetings, etc.)  = total 50 hours

*Note:  This role also counts for EAP

Responsibilities

• Preparing breakfast, a varied, nourishing lunch, and a light dinner for a group of Vajra Sisters & Brothers at the size of around 15-25 (number will vary along the week!). 
• The food is vegetarian and must include a vegan and a gluten-free alternative.
• Responsible for setting up the daily menu and preparing a shopping list (including calculating the quantities of each item) beforehand.

• This event will follow a large retreat.  You are highly encouraged to prepare a menu using as much as possible the leftover food supplies.  After arriving, you will check the food stock and prepare a shopping list (including calculating quantities of each item) for any missing items needed for your menu.
• Note:  If the group is larger than 15 retreatants, you will have a part-time cooking helper.

• Manage the cooking volunteers, if available.

• Final deep cleaning of kitchen, washroom & dining hall in the afternoon of August 25. 
• Depending on the daily visitor number onsite, beyond cooking activities, participation in various event preparation activities (e.g. cleaning, laundry, event set up, etc.) is expected