Kitchen Arts FAQ & Resources

Q: How do I become a volunteer kitchen assistant or paid dishwasher?

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I’m a BARN member. How do I get fob access to the Kitchen Arts Studio?Abby Wyatt2024-02-23T17:31:21-08:00

I’m a BARN member. How do I get fob access to the Kitchen Arts Studio?

Because the Kitchen Arts Studio must follow state food safety regulations to maintain its commercial kitchen permit, fob access is only granted on a case-by-case basis by the Kitchen Arts Studio Lead and BARN Event Coordinator.

Does the Kitchen Arts Studio have open studio hours?Abby Wyatt2024-02-23T17:32:09-08:00

Does the Kitchen Arts Studio have open studio hours?

Occasionally, the studio offers supervised “open house” events when members and non-members can use the kitchen for special projects.

How do I get involved in the Kitchen Arts Studio?Abby Wyatt2024-02-23T17:33:56-08:00

How do I get involved in the Kitchen Arts Studio?

Take a class—that’s a great introduction!
Take the FREE Kitchen Orientation for prospective volunteers. You’ll learn how the kitchen works and receive an overview of the food and safety rules and regulations required to use the kitchen.
Become a volunteer kitchen assistant. Work directly with talented instructors and learn while supporting them during their classes.
Teach a cooking class.

How do I become a volunteer kitchen assistant or paid dishwasher?Abby Wyatt2024-02-23T17:36:58-08:00

Equipment

Appliances

Wolf stove with oven and salamander broiler
Moffat convection oven
Commercial dish-washing setup
6′ x 8′ walk-in refrigerator
22.6-cubic-foot reach-in freezer

Other Equipment

Dry storage areas
Pans and small-wares are available for use, but do not provide for every need or specialization

Cup of soup and roll made in Brazilian cooking class at BARN

Resources

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

While Kitchen Arts does not offer traditional Open Studio hours, we occasionally offer “Open House” community meetup events. Learn More »

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