La Soupe Volunteer Agreement

By submitting this registration, I agree to abide by each and every policy outlined in the following volunteer agreement. 

Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at (513) 271-0100 or volunteer@lasoupe.org with any questions about the policies included in this application.

I understand that La Soupe is an organization that depends upon its volunteers in order to function efficiently and successfully. Therefore, I, as a volunteer, am responsible for the success of this organization. My conduct while performing services reflects the attitude and philosophy of La Soupe and its reputation is dependent upon my words and actions. I will conduct myself in a professional and businesslike manner at all times.

Volunteer Commitment and Scheduling

• When volunteering at the main facility, I will wear a mask and adhere to all health and safety procedures. 
• If for any reason I cannot participate in a scheduled volunteer shift, I will notify the Volunteer Coordinator with as much notice as possible.
• I understand that more than three (3) unexcused absences may warrant a conversation with the Volunteer Coordinator in which we discuss my future relationship with La Soupe. 
• I have reviewed the Volunteer Handbook and the Safety and Sanitation Guidelines. I will fulfill the duties expected of me in my role.

Confidentiality

• I will respect and maintain all partner and volunteer confidentiality, including conversations I may overhear between staff members.
• I agree to keep all data received by La Soupe in the strictest of confidence.
• I understand that La Soupe holds volunteer and partner data in the highest regard and will prosecute anyone who uses volunteer or partner information without permission.

Inclusivity

• I will treat all other volunteers, staff, partners, and visitors with respect and will do my best to honor the diversity of people and opinions that I come in contact with through La Soupe.
• I will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identification, gender variance, sexual orientation, marital status, HIV or other disease status, military status, or physical or mental disability.
• I will refrain from imposing religious or political beliefs on clients, staff, donors, or anyone with whom I come into contact with through La Soupe.

General Policies

• I agree that during my scheduled time as a volunteer for La Soupe I will abstain from using alcohol, illegal substances, or other substances that would in any way impair my ability to perform.
• I agree that I shall not drive for La Soupe without a valid driver’s license and my own vehicle insurance as required by Ohio state law.
• I agree that I will follow physical and food safety guidelines. In the event I do not understand these, I will ask for guidance.
• I understand that, in the case of an accident or injury, I am fully liable for all associated costs.
• I understand that La Soupe reserves the right to terminate the services of any volunteer for any reason and at any time without notice.
• I understand that I will receive an electronic version of the Volunteer Handbook and Safety and Sanitation Guidelines and can request a print version at any time.

I hereby authorize La Soupe to use photographs of me in promotional materials produced for or produced by La Soupe.  I also authorize La Soupe to share these photos with media, funders and partners of La Soupe to highlight the benefits of the programs.  I reserve the right to withdraw my authorization at any time by informing La Soupe in writing. Should I submit a written withdrawal of authorization, I understand that any promotional materials or television segments already in the process of design or production using my information will be considered authorized by me.

If I Do not authorize La Soupe to use photographs of me.  I understand that I may be omitted from one or more volunteer shifts if filming is scheduled to occur.

La Soupe Kitchen Safety & Sanitation Guidelines

This Release and Waiver of Liability (the "Release") releases La Soupe, a nonprofit corporation existing under the laws of the state of Ohio, and each of its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents.

I, the Volunteer, desire to provide volunteer services for La Soupe and engage in the activities related to being a volunteer. I am entering into this Release knowingly and voluntarily in order to provide volunteer services for La Soupe.

I understand that the scope of my relationship with La Soupe is limited to a volunteer position and that no compensation is expected in return for services provided, that La Soupe will not provide any benefits traditionally associated with employment to me, and that I am responsible for my own insurance coverage in the event of personal injury or illness as a result of my service to La Soupe.

Waiver and Release. I, the Volunteer, release and forever discharge and hold harmless La Soupe and its successors and assigns from any and all liability, claims, and demands which I or my heirs, assigns, next of kin, or legal representatives may have or which may hereinafter accrue from the services I provide for La Soupe, including as a result of negligence by La Soupe, its employees, clients, and volunteers. I understand and acknowledge that this Release discharges La Soupe from any liability or claim that I may have against La Soupe with respect to any bodily injury, personal injury, illness, death, or property damage which arises or may hereafter arise from or is in any way related to my volunteer services for La Soupe, including as a result of negligence by La Soupe, its employees, clients, and volunteers.

Insurance. I, the Volunteer, understand that La Soupe does not assume any responsibility for or obligation to provide me with financial or other assistance, including but not limited to medical, health, or disability benefits or insurance of any nature, including but not limited to health, medical, travel, automobile, or disability insurance in the event of my injury, illness, death, or damage to my property. I expressly waive any such claim for compensation or liability on the part of La Soupe.

Medical Treatment. I, the Volunteer, release and forever discharge La Soupe from any claim or action whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any first aid, treatment, or service rendered in connection with my volunteer services for La Soupe, including as a result of negligence by La Soupe, its employees, clients and volunteers .

Assumption of Risk. I, the Volunteer, understand that the services I provide to La Soupe, may include activities that may be hazardous to me including, but not limited to, operation of kitchen equipment, utilization of knives and other kitchen tools, lifting, pushing, and carrying heavy items, slips and falls, operating a motor vehicle, and interacting with clients, La Soupe employees, and other volunteers. As a volunteer, I hereby expressly assume all risk of injury or harm from these activities and release La Soupe from all liability for injury, illness, death, or property damage resulting from my volunteer services for La Soupe.

Other. I, the Volunteer, expressly agree that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the state of Ohio. I further agree that in the event that any clause or provision of this release is deemed invalid, the invalidity of such clauses and provisions shall not otherwise affect the remaining clauses and provisions of the release.