Kitchen Prep , Cooking, Serving & Cleaning at a Non-profit School in Antwerp

Italy

5

The school is a very friendly and calm environment to work in. The chefs guide you in most of the tasks and they are very open to help. the only flaw that i caught is that sometimes there is a lack of communication about the organization of the school that we are supposed to use and of the shifts. these informations i think they should be told before getting there or in the bio. There could be for sure some improvements in the cleaning. overall it was a very beautiful experience that enriched me and got me close to the vegan and the restaurant world.

20 days ago

Brazil

5

It was a very good experience indeed. This was my first time volunteering and I had quite a lot of firsts along side with it. The other volunteers were nice and Chala, Ruth and Alistair made me feel welcome. During my time there, I had the opportunity to grow, learn and deal with responsabilities in a non-pressure enviroment. the school has a great idea, but there's a few things that could be changed to really *be* great. I'm very thankful for everything and I hope to be back someday.

4 months ago

Italy

5

I spent three months in this restaurant, and it was a fantastic experience! I had a great time with Chala and Ruth, who helped me a lot. The work is not particularly demanding, except occasionally on weekends, but nothing too intense. The shifts are extremely flexible and are communicated weekly. If you're looking for an alternative to the usual hostel offers, this could be the perfect choice for you! The city is beautiful and offers plenty of activities for young people. Moreover, thanks to its strategic location, it is the ideal starting point for visiting many other nearby cities.

5 months ago

Germany

5

I had the best time at the school in Antwerp. I learned a lot about vegan cooking and the work was fun and simple. Everyone was so nice and I've met amazing people :) Also the rooms were very nice and comfortable. Thanks for everything, I would love to come to the school again someday:)

8 months ago

Puerto Rico

4

Being vegan this meant a lot to me to promote a plant based/vegan lifestyle at simones kitchen. You get to meet guests visiting the restaurant that is interested in plant based foods and want to have a sustainable lifestyle. I did my best to give each guests a good experience with its ether making the school or giving genuine customer service. It was over all a special experience for me and appreciate the team being patient with me. The learning curve was steep and the team is working on better communication.The city itself is small with nice parks/ cafe/ bars to visit on your time off. Thanks!

3 months ago

Germany

4

It was my first volunteering job and I really enjoyed it. Everyone is nice and it's a good place to meet people from all around the world. Chala makes sure that everyone gets their wishes regarding the work schedule so it's quite flexible. Although sometimes the internal communication could be worked on a bit, I would definitely do it again and recommend it to anyone that likes to cook. Accommodation is nice as well, and Antwerp is a great city. Overall I loved the experience!

3 months ago

Spain

4

My experience at the school was good. Beyond that, I think there are a few things that could be improved. But overall, I really enjoyed the experience and would recommend it.

4 months ago

Italy

4

My three month experience at the school was both valuable and professionally enriching. The work environment was welcoming and collaborative, with a positive atmosphere fostered by both the volunteers and the kitchen team. I gained practical experience in a dynamic setting where there was always something new to learn. While certain aspects, such as internal communication and hygiene protocols, could benefit from greater consistency and clearer standards, I genuinely appreciated my time there and would recommend the experience.

5 months ago

Germany

4

I genuienly enjoyed my time working at the school! The chefs and the other volunteers were lovely and created such a fun atmosphere to work in. What is more the work itself was quite fun and not too demanding. It offered a possibility to learn a lot about vegan cooking and the inner workings of a professional kitchen. In my opinion however, hygene should be more of a priority. During my entire stay there were mice everywhere in the kitchen while not enough action was taken to eradicate them. When I brought up that this circumstance poses a serious health risk, I was brushed off.

6 months ago

Germany

4

I had a good time volunteering at the school even though working in a restaurant really isn't for me. The chefs are very supportive, friendly and willing to teach. Their way of criticism is kind and they are patient with you even if you make the same mistakes over and over again. Sometimes you have to work in the morning and afternoon which is exhausting but still fun because the atmosphere is simply nice. Sadly there are many unsolved problems such as mice in the kitchen and water damages. I hope in the future they are solved.

7 months ago

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