Community Dinner Service Volunteer — Serve & Clean

Overview

Help service a complimentary meal to anyone in the community! TACO serves a meal that includes a hot entrée, fresh fruit and vegetables, bread, pastries, homemade soup, juice, and coffee. Dinner is served to the guests by volunteers in a cafeteria-style setting inside and guests enjoy the meal outside on the patio. Volunteer Engagement Coordinator will be asking for a volunteer to assist with dishes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean up afterwards

Skills &

Qualifications:

• No prior experience needed
• Comfortable working in a team and interacting respectfully with guests
• Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian and contact staff

Training Provided:

• On-site training provided at the beginning of the shift

Attire: Comfortable, closed-toe non slip shoes

Physical Ability: If you are willing to assist with setting up/taking down the tables and chairs, you will be lifting no more than 20 lbs

Photos: No photos of community members are allowed

Note: Parents wishing to bring children younger than minimum age stated, please reach out directly to the Volunteer Engagement Coordinator to discuss alternate age appropriate opportunities available

Parking: Paid parking on surrounding streets and lots only

Third Avenue Charitable Organization is a community drawn together to support the dignity, health, and well-being of people among us experiencing homelessness and poverty.

Population Served:
Families, Homeless, Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups, LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender), Low-income communities, Military/Veterans, Offenders/Ex-offenders, People with Disabilities, People with Health-based Concerns, Visitors & Travelers

Activity Type:
Food Preparation & Meal Services, Family Friendly

Requirements

Age Minimum (with Adult): 9+, Minimum Age: 18+, Court Ordered Volunteer - Allowed

Monday, September 15, 2025 From 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Monday, September 22, 2025 From 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.

Monday, September 29, 2025 From 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Monday, October 6, 2025 From 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Monday, October 13, 2025 From 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Monday, October 20, 2025 From 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Monday, October 27, 2025 From 3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Your donation means more volunteers making an impact on San Diego nonprofits, schools, and parks.