Our Big Kitchen

🍪 Spreading Holiday Cheer with NSW Ambulance! 🚑💙 At Our Big Kitchen, we had the privilege of supporting our amazing NSW Ambulance officers by crafting over 100 Gingerbreadman cookies! 🎁👩🍳 These sweet treats were lovingly made to bring a little joy to the hardworking heroes who tirelessly care for our community. 💪❤️ Thank you, NSW Ambulance, for everything you do! 🙌✨ ==== Want to join this mission? 👉 Cook with us: Experience the joy of giving back firsthand! 👉 Donate: Help us provide even more meals to those in need. ---- 💻 www.obk.org.au 📧 [email protected] 📞 02-8084-2729 🏠 36 Flood St, Bondi, Sydney ---- #OurBigKitchen #NSWAmbulance #CommunityLove #HolidayGiving #GingerbreadJoy #ThankYouHeroes #SpreadingSmiles #SupportLocal #OBKFamily

🌟 A Memorable Morning at Our Big Kitchen! 🌟 We had the honor of welcoming distinguished guests to Our Big Kitchen. 💙 ✨ Commissioner Miriam Gluyas and Commissioner Emeritus james Condon of The Salvation Army Australian Territory joined us today. It was a privilege to host the leader of The Salvation Army Australia, an organization with whom we share a longstanding and growing relationship of support. Following a recent visit by another group, the Commissioner was eager to see our work firsthand—and we couldn’t be prouder! 👏 ✨ We were also delighted to welcome Dr. Janakiraman Sarvesvaran The Consulate General of India Sydney. His visit continues OBK’s warm and enduring tradition of cooperation with Indian Consuls General. 🇮🇳 It’s always a joy to share our mission and strengthen relationships that make a real impact in our community. 💕 #OurBigKitchen #CommunitySupport #SalvationArmy #IndiaAustraliaRelations #Collaboration #MakingADifference #TogetherWeCan #OBKFamily #InspiringChange #Leadership

🌟 COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: GEORGE KAROUNIS & OUR BIG KITCHEN 🌟 🎧 Listen to George’s full interview with Mark Levy here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/gzJF85xn In the heart of Bondi, Our Big Kitchen (OBK) has been a beacon of hope since 2005. This non-profit community kitchen rescues food and, with the help of incredible volunteers, prepares and distributes over 5,500 meals each week to individuals and families in need. With the current cost-of-living crisis, the demand for OBK’s services is at an all-time high. Supporting 33+ charities and thousands of people every week, OBK is truly a cornerstone of community care. 📢 George Karounis, General Manager of OBK, recently shared their inspiring story with Mark Levy. George highlighted the critical work being done at OBK, the challenges of meeting rising demands, and how community support fuels their mission. His leadership and unwavering commitment are at the heart of OBK’s impact. ✨ OBK is a shining example of what’s possible when a community unites for a greater cause. Whether it’s volunteering, donating, or spreading the word, your support makes all the difference. Let’s rally behind George Karounis and the OBK team to ensure they can keep feeding hope and kindness. 💛 #GeorgeKarounis #OurBigKitchen #CommunityCare #Bondi #NonProfit #FoodRescue #CostOfLivingCrisis #MakeADifference ==== Want to join this mission? 👉 Cook with us: Experience the joy of giving back firsthand! 👉 Donate: Help us provide even more meals to those in need. ---- 🌐 www.obk.org.au 📧 [email protected] 📞 02-8084-2729 🏠 36 Flood St, Bondi, Sydney ====

🍝✨ We're thrilled to partner with Carnival Corporation & plc and Select Fresh Providores to serve up delicious Fresca Pasta, bringing nourishment and smiles to those who need it most ❤️🌟. At Our Big Kitchen, we provide thousands of fresh meals every week to support the most vulnerable in our community 🫂💖. 👉 You can make a difference too! 💌 Donate now to help us continue feeding those in need. 🤝 Join us as a volunteer and be part of the hands and hearts making it happen. Together, we can cook up kindness and serve hope 🍲✨. #OurBigKitchen #MealsThatMatter #CommunitySupport ==== Want to join this mission? 👉 Cook with us: Experience the joy of giving back firsthand! 👉 Donate: Help us provide even more meals to those in need. ---- 💻 www.obk.org.au 📧 [email protected] 📞 02-8084-2729 🏠 36 Flood St, Bondi, Sydney ----

Thank you, Adam and Clarice, for your kind words! 🥰🌟 It was an absolute pleasure having you and the Club Med team with us at Our Big Kitchen. 👩🍳✨ Your creativity, teamwork, and generosity truly shined today. 💪❤️ We're so glad you enjoyed the experience and that you found joy in giving back to those in need. 🍲🤝 Together, we’ve made a real difference in the lives of many. 🙏💖 We hope to see you again soon for more fun, food, and meaningful moments! 🍴✨ Merci beaucoup, Clarice, et à bientôt! 🇫🇷🌍 #Teamwork #GivingBack #OBKFamily ❤️👨🍳 ==== Want to join this mission? 👉 Cook with us: Experience the joy of giving back firsthand! 👉 Donate: Help us provide even more meals to those in need. ---- 💻 www.obk.org.au 📧 [email protected] 📞 02-8084-2729 🏠 36 Flood St, Bondi, Sydney

A big shout-out to Sateesh Chandrashekhar and the incredible team—Ashutosh and Anurag—at CloudChillies for your unwavering dedication and continuous support in helping us streamline our processes! Your technical expertise and guidance were pivotal in bringing our new Volunteer Sign-Up page to life. By automating the creation of Leads in Salesforce, you’ve enabled our team to spend more time focusing on creating meaningful experiences for our volunteers and the community we serve. We are truly grateful for this partnership and the positive impact it continues to have on our mission. Thank you for your outstanding work and dedication to making a difference! 🙌 #OBK #ThankYou #AppreciationPost #Collaboration #MakingADifference

✨ Holiday Notice ✨ As the festive season approaches, we’d like to inform you that Our Big Kitchen will be closed from December 20, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This break allows our team to rest, recharge, and celebrate with loved ones, so we can come back refreshed and ready to continue serving our amazing community! 💛 🗓️ Reopening Date: January 6, 2025 🌟 Until then, we wish you a joyful and safe holiday season! Thank you for your ongoing support, and we can’t wait to see you in the new year! 🥳 #OurBigKitchen #HolidayClosure #SeasonGreetings #CommunityLove

Thank you so much for your beautiful words and for spending your time with us at Our Big Kitchen! 💙✨ It was such a pleasure to have the incredible Microsoft Advertising team join us in the kitchen. Your dedication, teamwork, and spirit of giving truly made a difference. 🙌🍲 We are so grateful for your support and for helping us provide meals to those in need. Together, we can spread kindness and create a ripple effect of positivity in our community. 🌟💖 A big shoutout to all Microsoft employees participating in GIVE ❤️—your initiative is inspiring, and we’re honored to be a part of your journey! Let’s keep cooking up love, one meal at a time. 🍴💞 ==== Want to join this mission? 👉 Cook with us: Experience the joy of giving back firsthand! 👉 Donate: Help us provide even more meals to those in need. ---- 💻 www.obk.org.au 📧 [email protected] 📞 02-8084-2729 🏠 36 Flood St, Bondi, Sydney ---- #OurBigKitchen #MakingADifference #CommunityLove #GivingBack #Volunteer #Donate #CommunitySupport #Teamwork #Grateful #CommunitySpirit

Thank you, ServiceNow, for spending your Month of Service with us! 💙🍴 Your generosity and hard work inspire us. Preparing meals is more than cooking—it’s about connection, kindness, and making a difference. Special thanks to the ServiceNow ANZ Leadership team for supporting our mission. With over 3 million Australians facing hunger daily, partnerships like this show the power of coming together. ❤️ We’d love to welcome your team to Our Big Kitchen for a fun and meaningful experience—no cooking skills needed, just a big heart and helping hands! 🙌 Thank you for making a difference, one meal at a time. 💕 #CommunitySupport #OBK #GivingBack ==== Want to join this mission? 👉 Cook with us: Experience the joy of giving back firsthand! 👉 Donate: Help us provide even more meals to those in need. ---- 💻 www.obk.org.au 📧 [email protected] 📞 02-8084-2729 🏠 36 Flood St, Bondi, Sydney

💖 Big thanks to Michelin Sydney, Tyroola.com.au, and Thomas Croxen for joining us at Our Big Kitchen! 🌟 It’s always inspiring to see busy professionals come together to make a positive impact 🍲✨. Cooking meals for those in need while reducing food waste shows the power of collective action for both our community and the planet 🌍💪. We're so glad this experience left a meaningful impression—your support makes all the difference! ==== Want to join this mission? 👉 Cook with us: Experience the joy of giving back firsthand! 👉 Donate: Help us provide even more meals to those in need. ---- 🌐: www.obk.org.au  📧: [email protected] 📞: 02-8084-2729 🏠︎: 36 Flood St, Bondi, Sydney