Volunteering has proven to be a rewarding experience for most people. That being said, one way to give back to the community is to volunteer one’s time at a soup kitchen. However, it pays to know what to expect and how to act when doing this work.

It is important to note that when working in a soup kitchen, safety is everyone’s priority. This means volunteers are expected to do things like wear shoes with closed toes. They are also required to either tie back their hair or cover it completely. Every volunteer has to wash their hands after using the bathroom and before and after their volunteer time.

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