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Culinary Response Corps Member, Florida (Field-Based Contract Talent Network)

Culinary Response Corps Member, Florida (Field-Based Contract Talent Network)

World Central KitchenTallahassee, FL, US
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Join The Culinary Response Corps Contract Talent Network

Be First to Feed Cook with Purpose in Times of Crisis Are you a culinary professional ready to support your community during emergencies?

World Central Kitchen is building a regional talent pool of experienced culinary professionals who can step in quickly when disaster strikes. This is not a full-time position, but rather an opportunity to be part of a standby network we can activate in times of need.

If you meet the requirements, you may be invited to interview with our team. Successful candidates will be added to our regional roster and contacted if and when an emergency response is launched in their area.

When disaster strikes, food is more than a meal; it is relief, comfort, and connection. At World Central Kitchen (WCK), we believe in the power of food to heal and restore. Our teams respond to emergencies with the urgency of a first responder and the heart of a chef.

The Culinary Response Corps is a global team of chefs, cooks, and food professionals trained to deploy rapidly into crisis zones to support WCK's mission : to provide fresh, nourishing meals to communities affected by disaster. As a Response Corps Member, you could bring comfort through cooking, uplift through collaboration, and dignity through every plate served.

This is high impact, high stakes work perfect for those with a strong culinary background and a passion for service.

Preferred Location(s) : Florida. Deployment at various WCK Activation Sites within the United States, closest proximity to your primary city or posted location.

  • Cape Coral, FL
  • Ft. Myers, FL
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • Tampa, FL

Duration : Contract term positions with the opportunity for renewal, offering a unique chance to support WCK's responses. Rates : Contract rates are based on experience and location; contract rates are included only when on rotation or activation. Mandatory Requirement : Must have culinary experience and working authorization in activation location within the United States. Reports To : Culinary Manager

Scope of Work

  • Deploy into disaster-affected communities to support emergency food relief operations.
  • Work in mobile and field kitchens or partner restaurants to produce high-volume meals with speed, consistency, and care.
  • Set up and operate temporary kitchen environments sometimes from the ground up.
  • Collaborate with WCK teams, local chefs, and volunteers to scale production quickly and safely.
  • Maintain WCK's standards for food safety, sanitation, and culinary excellence.
  • Train and mentor local partners on recipe scaling, kitchen flow, and food handling under pressure.
  • Support menu development, prep execution, and service logistics.
  • Assist with inventory management, procurement, and kitchen documentation as needed.
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