Course: The Organized Church Kitchen

Course Summary:

The church kitchen is a place of welcome, where congregants join to share fellowship, celebrate joyful events, or sustain one another through moments of pain or suffering. A well-organized church kitchen, implemented by a well-trained team of staff and volunteers, is a great achievement and the best assurance for harmonious, successful events. This 15-minute course will help staff and volunteers make the most out of your church kitchen. Take this course as a companion to Church Kitchen Safety.

Learning Objectives:

• Define the mission, vision, and purposes of your church kitchen
• Create a church kitchen dedicated to fostering fellowship and positive experiences for your congregation
• Manage volunteer and event itineraries
• Organize workspace, storage, and cooking areas for conducive, productive workflow
• Sustain a clean, well-stocked kitchen
• Establish regular and periodic maintenance schedules

Key Topics Include:

• Purposes and Goals of Your Church Kitchen
• The Kitchen Ministry Leader
• The Kitchen Committee: A Ministry of Service
• Build Procedures and Processes
• Weekly Duties and Responsibilities
• Periodic or Seasonal Maintenance
• Organizing the Kitchen
• Organizing Non-Food Supplies
• Laundry: Towels, Linens, and More

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