Sri Sai Baba Temple
(A 501 (c) (3) NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION)
12330 Old Hickory Blvd Antioch, TN 37013
ExecutiveCommittee
Board of Directors (Trustees)
Sanjay Patel - President - 615.504.9006
Dinesh Patel - Treasurer - 615.828.6073
Open - Secretary
Nagireddy Kudithini
Kavitha Sarvanan
Dr Aruna Thati
Sasi Dammur
Radhika Reddy
Radhika Armandla
Ratilal Patel - Chairman - 615.498.1160
Ravikiran Yelliah - 202.256.8268
Rajiv Mehta - 615.495.0929
Volunteer General Guidelines & Code of Conduct
Sri Saibaba temple sincerely appreciates the earnest commitment and selfless efforts of the volunteers demonstrating the principles of Sai Path - 'Shraddha' and 'Saburi'.
Every volunteer is requested to follow the general guidelines and code of conduct detailed below.
1. Volunteering at Sri Saibaba Temple is considered as serving SaiBaba and His devotees with utmost respect, therefore, it is a special privilege, not a right.
2. Sri Saibaba Temple is represented by the Board of Trustees (BoT), Executive Committee, and Coordinators of various Committees.
3. Sri Saibaba Temple engages volunteers based on the need in various service areas such as Sanctum, Pooja, Kitchen, Front Desk, Parking Lot, etc..,. This is an “at will” relationship.
4. Volunteers must be at least 13 years or above to start volunteering at the Temple. Volunteer must be at least 18 years to volunteer for cutting, cooking food or to handle equipment in the Temple kitchen. Volunteer must be at least 15 years to help in the parking lot.
5. Sri Saibaba Temple will not provide support for completing court ordered community service hours.
6. All volunteers need to register themselves through website or at front desk or with the Committee Coordinators or the EC; acknowledge the receipt of, read and follow the policies, procedures, guidelines and sign a release and waiver of liability form. These guidelines change periodically and volunteers are requested to familiarize themselves with the updates.
7. If a volunteer performs work at Sri Saibaba Temple, he/she explicitly acknowledges and accepts having signed the Release and Waiver of Liability form, whether or not they have actually physically signed it.
8. Volunteers are not official representatives of Sri Saibaba Temple and can’t claim to act on behalf, unless appointed by the BoT.
9. Volunteers are encouraged to help each other and work together in harmony with diligence, humility, dignity, and kindness to create an ideal environment on the premises for all devotees.
10. As safety and comfort may become a concern, no volunteer may assign or delegate any service to another volunteer, or assume any authority over other volunteers in any role.
11. Additional guidelines, policies and procedures will apply for various Committees. 12. Tasks and timings for volunteer work are assigned only by the relevant Committee Coordinators. 13. Volunteering is honorable and volunteers are requested to kindly refrain from any kind of disputes.
14. Any incident or behavior which doesn’t fit this code of conduct may be brought to the notice of Sri Saibaba Temple in writing. All such matters will be treated in a confidential manner. Decisions of BoT are final.
15. Volunteers should not engage themselves in any activity/solicitation/campaign of any nature for personal gain on the premises of Sri Saibaba Temple or utilize information and contacts obtained at Sri Saibaba Temple for such purposes. No Quid-pro-quo: Volunteer should not favor anyone or take advantage or expect something in return for their services at the Temple.
16. Sri Saibaba Temple is NOT liable for any personal disputes amongst volunteers.
17. No one under the influence of intoxicants (alcohol, drugs etc.,) are permitted to volunteer on the premises.
18. Certificates for service hours issued only after service is performed for a minimum of 10 hours. Please make sure the coordinator is aware, record the service hours in the logbook system duly verified by the coordinator.
19. In the absence of spirit and fraternity, Sri Saibaba Temple may revoke volunteer privileges of individuals at any time, without providing any notice or reason.
Food Committee Volunteer Guidelines
Volunteers are responsible for maintaining a clean and safe kitchen. Volunteers should frequently wash their hands and keep the workplace clean from any dirt and contamination.
● Work as a team – there is no leader or follower.
● Welcome/encourage and support other team members. A volunteer cannot and should not direct or supervise other volunteers, unless he or she is the coordinator. Every activity should be done through consensus and harmonious agreement, and volunteers should not interrupt or interfere with other volunteers work. All volunteers must be given the opportunity to do all tasks, e.g., different volunteers should carry Prasad to the Sanctum each week, and not the same one. Rotation of tasks is strongly recommended.
● Respect confidentiality and privacy.
● Be punctual and reliable.
● Undergo necessary training as requested.
● Ask for support when needed.
● Treat every devotee/volunteer as you would like to be treated with respect and dignity.
● Distribute Prasadam to all Sai devotees with compassion.
● Realize that each volunteer is unique and works up to his or her own abilities. Respect and encourage others to offer different perspectives.
● Volunteers will receive whatever is cooked in the kitchen along with the other devotees. The volunteers should not prepare special food items for themselves.
● Food Committee Coordinator may, at his or her discretion, authorize volunteers and devotees to take any leftover food items at the end of the day.
● If a devotee asks for anything other than what we offer at our Sai Kitchen, be respectful with body language, tone and tenor; and refer them to the Food Committee Coordinator.
● Volunteers should not get into an argument at any times with employees, other volunteers or devotees of the Temple.
● Direct your concerns/ suggestions to the Food Committee Coordinator or Temple management. ● Eating food in the kitchen area is strictly prohibited.
● Volunteers must be at least 13 years old to serve food.
● Volunteers must be above 18 years for cutting, cooking food or to handle equipment in the kitchen. ● Use correct lifting techniques at all times. Do not attempt to lift over 50 pounds without assistance.
● Report any injuries or hazards that you notice in the kitchen to the Food Coordinator or Temple management.
● No one under the influence of intoxicants (example: alcohol or drugs) will be permitted to work in the kitchen.
● If you are ill with cold or Flu symptoms, please stay home.
● Always try to maintain a BIG smile and positive spirit.
● Kitchen should be quiet and clean for safety reasons, and no gossip or social gatherings amongst volunteers is allowed.
● Volunteers are expected to wear hair net and gloves in the Kitchen.
● Wear footwear that covers your toes and are not high heeled. Use non slippery, skid proof shoe covers.
● In case of emergencies: ⮚ Fire or Medical – Call 911 ⮚ Gas and Water leakage – contact Food Coordinator or Temple President.