Opportunities From: The City of Plano

Volunteer: Greeter - Interest List

Are you a member of the Sam Johnson Rec Center (SJC) who wants to get more involved? Give back to your community by volunteering as a Greeter!

Greeters serve as a friendly face to members when they arrive, direct visitors to the specific rooms where programs are being held, and answer general questions about SJC. This position does NOT require standing for long periods of time. Greeters usually sit unless walking someone to a specific room or the main information desk.

Volunteers should be A current Sam Johnson Recreation Center memberFriendly & welcomingLooking for an ongoing volunteer commitmentCurrent openingsTuesdays 12 - 2 pmThursdays 12 - 2 pmHow to apply

You can apply online following the below instructions. If you would like to discuss the position further, feel free to contact Morgan Green-Griffin at mgreengriffin@plano.gov

Click RESPOND.If you already have a volunteer account, click SIGN IN. If not, click SIGN UP and answer the needed questions to create a profile. You'll be directed back to the response page. In the Response Notes please indicate which shift you are available for.  Click SUMBIT OPPORTUNITY RESPONSE

Program: Sam Johnson Rec Center for Adults 50+

Are you a member of the Sam Johnson Rec Center (SJC) who wants to get more involved? Give back to your community by volunteering as a Greeter!

Greeters serve as a friendly face to members when they arrive, direct visitors to the specific rooms where programs are being held, and answer general questions about SJC. This position does NOT require standing for long periods of time. Greeters usually sit unless walking someone to a specific room or the main information desk.

Volunteers should be A current Sam Johnson Recreation Center memberFriendly & welcomingLooking for an ongoing volunteer commitmentCurrent openingsTuesdays 12 - 2 pmThursdays 12 - 2 pmHow to apply

You can apply online following the below instructions. If you would like to discuss the position further, feel free to contact Morgan Green-Griffin at mgreengriffin@plano.gov

Click RESPOND.If you already have a volunteer account, click SIGN IN. If not, click SIGN UP and answer the needed questions to create a profile. You'll be directed back to the response page. In the Response Notes please indicate which shift you are available for.  Click SUMBIT OPPORTUNITY RESPONSE

Program: Sam Johnson Rec Center for Adults 50+

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 75075

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Gazebo Café - Interest List 18+

The Gazebo Café is a convenient dining destination for SJC members looking for healthy and affordable meals. The Café is open Monday – Friday except on certain holidays. On average, 100+ meals are served per day. The Café is not a revenue generating program, and this service is possible because dedicated volunteers and staff work alongside each other.

Required skills Comfortable using knives and other kitchen tools Mobility to walk, stand, bend and lift up to 20 lbs Understand and recall written and verbal directions Ability to work and communicate with a diverse, intergenerational team Able to maintain cleanliness and food hygiene standards Experience as a home cook or prior employment/volunteerism in food service (preferred) Individuals must Be 18+ (cannot be currently enrolled in high school) Want a long-term opportunity (1 shift per week) Pass a background check Complete a food handling course (FREE) Next stepsClick "Respond" and indicate which days you'd be available in the Response Notes. If you don't already have a Volunteer Portal account, you should create one. Be on the lookout for an email from Morgan Green-Griffin with next steps.


Note: All Gazebo Café volunteers must be 18+ and available for an ongoing commitment. If you respond to this opportunity and do NOT meet the age guidelines, your response will be removed. Age exceptions CANNOT be made.

Program: Sam Johnson Rec Center for Adults 50+

The Gazebo Café is a convenient dining destination for SJC members looking for healthy and affordable meals. The Café is open Monday – Friday except on certain holidays. On average, 100+ meals are served per day. The Café is not a revenue generating program, and this service is possible because dedicated volunteers and staff work alongside each other.

Required skills Comfortable using knives and other kitchen tools Mobility to walk, stand, bend and lift up to 20 lbs Understand and recall written and verbal directions Ability to work and communicate with a diverse, intergenerational team Able to maintain cleanliness and food hygiene standards Experience as a home cook or prior employment/volunteerism in food service (preferred) Individuals must Be 18+ (cannot be currently enrolled in high school) Want a long-term opportunity (1 shift per week) Pass a background check Complete a food handling course (FREE) Next stepsClick "Respond" and indicate which days you'd be available in the Response Notes. If you don't already have a Volunteer Portal account, you should create one. Be on the lookout for an email from Morgan Green-Griffin with next steps.


Note: All Gazebo Café volunteers must be 18+ and available for an ongoing commitment. If you respond to this opportunity and do NOT meet the age guidelines, your response will be removed. Age exceptions CANNOT be made.

Program: Sam Johnson Rec Center for Adults 50+

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 75075

Allow Groups: No