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Hell's Kitchen
Kharkiv city and regionAbout organization
Locally founded and operated, Hell's Kitchen has been functioning since the March 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. The name "Hell's Kitchen" derives from the reality of the chaos and struggle of life at a time when the frontlines of the war cut through Kharkiv itself. From the beginning, the kitchen sought to provide nutritious meals for people living in the instability of the war, and it broadened to provide food for hospitals and other treatment centres. The kitchen receives both local and international funding, and is staffed by volunteers from Ukraine and around the world.
For a personal glimpse into the people and stories behind Hell's Kitchen, visit the blog of one of international volunteers, Fiona: https://fiona4ukraine.blogspot.com/. Through her eyes, you'll discover what life as a volunteer in Ukraine is really like and the impact that community support can make.
Curious about what makes Hell's Kitchen special? This beautifully written article by Ukraïner shares the story of our volunteers, our mission, and the impact we have in Kharkiv:https://www.ukrainer.net/en/hells-kitchen/
Type of work:
Veg Prep
- Early morning preparation of potatoes, carrots, onions, and other vegetables for the day's cooking.
- Work includes scrubbing, peeling and chopping vegetables, moving supplies, cleaning, and other general kitchen duties.
Delivery assist
- Also early morning - help a local volunteer driver deliver meals to hospitals and other organisation/people receiving our assistance that day.
Bakery
- Assist a head baker in making around 900 bread rolls. Tasks include rolling dough, moving bags of flour, cleaning and having fun!
Dish washing
- Wash pots, pans and utensils used in preparing the cook's meals that day.
- Important and physically demanding.
- Work mostly with Ukrainian volunteers.
📖 Thinking about volunteering with Hell's Kitchen? Please read this guide first — it explains what the work is really like, what we expect from volunteers, and what life in Kharkiv is like today.
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Working hours
Start: from 7:00-9:30, depending on the duty. End: As determined by the day's need.
Skills requirement
Able to take direction, Able to work in a group environment, Punctuality, English speaking, Physical fitness
Experience requirement
None required
Time commitment
Minimum 2 weeks
Preliminary registration
Accommodation
Not provided
Food
Kitchen meals provided to active volunteers
Travel arrangements within Ukraine
Not provided
Risk level
Medium
Photos and video
Volunteer Opportunities
Jun 12, 2026
What It's Really Like to Volunteer in Ukraine: Life at Hell's Kitchen Kharkiv
Discover what it's really like to volunteer in Kharkiv, Ukraine. From preparing meals for hospitals to adapting to life in a city near the front line, this guide covers everything you need to know before joining Hell's Kitchen.
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Volunteers’ Experiences
May 20, 2024
A Day and Night Volunteering with Hell's Kitchen in Kharkiv
Thursday was Vyshyvanka Day, the annual celebration of the traditional vyshyvanka embroidered clothing. Despite the grim situation in Kharkiv and region, following Russia’s new offensive over the past week, some people were out in their vishivankas, e.g. in Schevchenko Park above...
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