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Chicago, IL 60647
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: World Dumpling Fest 2024 Saturday September 21, 2024 in Logan Square (Chicago, IL) Join the Chicago Cultural Alliance in celebrating Chicago's diverse cultural communities through music, dance, and DUMPLINGS! World Dumpling Fest is a fundraiser held to support the work of the Chicago Cultural Alliance. Visitors can sample dumplings from over a dozen neighborhood-based ethnic restaurants in and around Chicago to experience the diversity of Chicago. Located just off the Logan Square Blue Line Station, this one-of-a-kind event will feature cultural performances, live music, drinks and of course, dumplings. Who Is the Chicago Cultural Alliance and Why are We Holding This Festival? The Chicago Cultural Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Chicago. Our mission is to support, promote, and advocate for centers of cultural heritage in the Chicagoland area. World Dumpling Fest is an all-ages event featuring food, music, and local small businesses sharing their cultural identities through their respective crafts. The Fest features diverse cultural "dumplings" from 15 neighborhood-based ethnic restaurants in and around Chicago. We will also welcome over 15 different dance and music groups to the stage. Please check out last year's festival to see what you can expect this year: https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/wdf23/ How do I benefit from volunteering with the CCA’s World Dumpling fest? Through volunteering, you are given the opportunity to: network with the CCA & its cultural/heritage partner institutions, utilize & develop new skills to add to your resume, and contribute to a community event for fellow-dumpling lovers! You’ll also receive a free t-shirt, water, snacks and free tasting tickets for dumplings. Volunteer Job Descriptions Gate Staff (10-12 per shift) ● Positioned near the entrance to welcome visitors and solicit optional entry donations. ● Provide general information on the event and direct visitors to ticketing for food tickets. Ticketing (6-10 per shift) ● Scan/check-in presale tickets for entry, and run sales for on-site ticket purchases. ● Hand out map/event information and performance schedule. Bar Staff (4-6 per shift) **VOLUNTEERS MUST BE 21 YRS OR OLDER FOR THIS ROLE** ● Run cash sales for all beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverage purchases. Stage Manager (1 per shift) ● Assist with checking in performers, setting up the stage, and transitioning stage set-up between each performance. *Must have experience with live performance (e.g., music, dance, and theatre production. ALL VOLUNTEERS: ● Answer general queries and direct any medical or other specific questions to an appropriate member of staff. ● Available to answer questions throughout the day. Good communication and listening skills. ● Encourage visitors at the event to take part in the activities on offer, including dumplings, live music, performances and activity booths. ● Expect to be standing/walking- dress comfortably (pants/shoes) and wear sunscreen
Date Posted: Jun 27, 2024
