Bellevue – Faculty & Staff Service Opportunity Sienna Francis House Lunch Service

Please use this link to complete your volunteer signup.  This trip can accommodate up to 8 volunteers.  

https://sienafrancis.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/lifewest

Supporting Siena Francis House as a meal service volunteer is one of the most impactful ways to serve those experiencing homelessness in the Omaha community. As a meal service volunteer, you will help prepare the dining room, set tables with needed items, and assist our kitchen staff in serving over 300 meals. Tasks may include plating food, distributing utensils, and ensuring guests have what they need for a positive dining experience. After service, you will work alongside our staff and other volunteers to clean and maintain the dining area. Your help is invaluable in making sure everyone is served efficiently, and with dignity and care.

Thank you for being an essential part of our mission to empower and serve hope to those experiencing homelessness!

Before Arriving at Siena Francis House:

• Sign up online for a meal serving position and electronically sign the Volunteer Agreement, which includes the expectations, waiver, and code of conduct.
• Wear closed-toed shoes and dress conservatively, but comfortably.
• Ensure minors are accompanied by an adult.

Upon Arrival (Five Minutes Before Your Shift):

• Check in at the Emergency Shelter front desk (1117 North 17th Street) and inform staff that you are here to volunteer.
• Pick up a “Volunteer” sticker from the front desk.
• The shelter staff will guide you to the kitchen and introduce you to the kitchen team, who will provide you with all the necessary information to begin volunteering.

During Your Shift:

• Prepare the food service area with drinks, utensils, napkins, and plated food trays, following meal service guidelines and safe food handling procedures.
• Greet guests with a smile to create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Serve all guests, accommodating to each individual ability.
• Clean and sanitize tables and chairs after guests finish their meals.

Make sure you check-in (and check-out) at the computer in the back of the kitchen so your volunteer hours are recorded! Thank you for dedicating your time and energy to support Siena Francis House.