About
Whether you're a returning volunteer or brand new, we’d love to have you join us this semester. Classes are typically held on weekdays between 3:30–6:00 PM at schools across Knoxville, TN.
Our Mission
At Little Chefs, Big Change, our mission is to get kids excited about food that’s good for both people and the planet. We do this by teaching fun, affordable, and plant-focused cooking—and by increasing access to healthy foods in schools and communities.
About Us
We bring engaging, hands-on programs to schools, camps, and community settings to inspire kids and their families to cook and eat healthier.
Our plant-centric, budget-friendly recipes are kid-approved and family-friendly. Through our programs, participants gain practical cooking skills and access to the resources they need to make lasting, healthy changes.
Volunteer with Us
Join us as a Cooking Class Volunteer and help bring the joy of healthy cooking to kids in after-school programs across Knoxville, TN.
You’ll work alongside our lead cooking instructor, other volunteers, and students—helping kids build confidence in the kitchen and explore nutritious, plant-based foods.
What You’ll Do:
During a typical class, volunteers may:
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Support the lead instructor with cooking demonstrations and classroom management
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Set up cooking stations and help clean up afterward
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Assist students with washing, chopping, measuring, and preparing ingredients
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Encourage student participation and teamwork
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Ensure safety and proper use of kitchen tools
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Introduce kids to new, plant-based ingredients
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Model a positive, enthusiastic attitude
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Adapt as needed to support the class and team
Ready to Volunteer?
In addition to signing up here, please also fill out our Volunteer Intake Form: https://www.littlechefsbigchange.org/volunteer
We can’t wait to cook with you!
Title VI Non-Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of Little Chefs, Big Change to provide services, programs, and benefits to all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, or disability, in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity administered by Little Chefs, Big Change.
This policy applies to all staff, volunteers, board members, partners, vendors, and subcontractors. Compliance with this nondiscrimination policy is a condition of participation and/or service. These policies are proactively reviewed with staff, volunteers, partners, and board members, and are made available to families and the public.
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