Where You’ll Be:
Built in 1888, the Men’s Center at Oliver Gospel originally functioned as the heart of the organization, housing all program guests, administrative offices, and kitchen services under one roof. Today, it remains an integral part of the work that we do. With 90 beds across the three floors, the Men’s Center provides a safe space for the men of the Midlands community experiencing homelessness, poverty, and addiction to take steps toward a hope-filled future and experience life transformation.
What You’ll Do:
As a Community Meal Server, you may be responsible for tasks such as setting up the dining room, serving food on the line, refilling beverages, clearing trays, wiping down tables, and assisting with light clean-up after the meal. Volunteers are expected to follow food safety and hygiene guidelines, work as part of a team, and treat every guest with dignity and kindness. A staff member will guide you throughout your shift to ensure you feel comfortable and confident in your role.
Why It Matters:
Our Community Meal Servers play a vital role in ensuring that we are able to feed each guest of our Men’s Center in a timely manner and offer dignity, compassion, and connection to everyone that walks through our dining hall doors. As a Community Meal Server, you help create a safe and welcoming space where guests feel seen, respected, and valued. Your willingness to serve not only meets an immediate need but also reinforces a sense of community and hope—reminding every guest that they are not alone.
Eligibility:
- Must be 15 years or older
- Must be accompanied by an adult if under the age of 18
- Must be able to be on your feet for up to 2 hours
FAQ:
Where do I park?
Parking is available at metered spots on the street or in the Taylor Street
Garage (first two levels only). Payment is handled through the Passport App.
For full details on city parking regulations, click here.
What should I wear?
Please wear comfortable, modest clothing that allows you to move easily
while maintaining a respectful appearance. We kindly ask that volunteers refrain
from wearing sweatpants, spaghetti strap tops, low-cut tops or crop tops, short
shorts or skirts, opened toe shoes, and headphones. If you have long hair, we
also ask that you tie it back before handling any food.
How do I log my hours?
All volunteers must clock in and out. The check-in station is located on
the left wall inside the dining hall entrance. If you experience any
issues, please notify a staff member to sign you in on paper. You can also
track your hours using the Causer – Get Connected volunteer app.
I haven’t received a confirmation email. What should I
do?
Confirmation and reminder emails come from volunteer@olivergospel.org. These often go to spam or junk folders, so please check there if you haven’t
received one.
What if I need to cancel my shift?
If you're unable to attend your shift, please cancel through the volunteer
portal or notify us as soon as possible by emailing volunteer@olivergospel.org.
