Call for Community
The Spirit Weavers Gathering is a community-created gathering. One of the main ways to become involved and have your knowledge and perspective represented in our cooperative process is to jump in and help produce this event.
Everyone has unique skills and gifts they have developed on their journey. The Spirit Weavers Gathering provides us all the opportunity to step forward and offer those abilities as a gift to our siblings on their path. We are looking for amazing beings who feel called to become more involved in the heart of this gathering.
If you are feeling that call, please read through this document detailing responsibilities and coverage needed in each area. If one of the open positions speaks to you, please fill out the application below. You will receive a ticket to the gathering in exchange for your offerings. Some positions will offer a ticket to both sessions of the gathering, and some positions have potential to shift into paid positions depending upon the work. Since we receive multiple applications for most positions, a video call interview may be requested to determine if you are a good fit for the role.
OPEN POSITIONS:
Event Cook (2 positions open, Sun & Moon)
Come work with the Spirit Weavers Nourishment Team
This is a FUN and demanding paid work position. We cook for 800 people twice daily, with a lunch served to 200 staff and volunteers. As kitchen staff, you must be able and willing to stand on your feet for 8-12 hours a day, lift 25-50# multiple times daily and maintain food safety at all times- all while having a sense of urgency, timeliness and ability to effectively communicate. This is a tight knit loving team that thrives on a positive work environment and engaging meaningfully as a collective. While we hope you are able to enjoy various aspects of the gathering through classes or workshops, this job is for those who are there to work first and foremost as food is a key and integral part of this gathering.
To Apply:
You must have culinary training and/or have cooked for groups 200+. Submit your resume, a cover letter and three work references to casandrakellycatering@gmail.com.Please include which sessions you are interested in and what kind of time commitment you can make in your cover letter.
Your points of communication: You work directly with the Head Chef: Casandra Kelly + team. You will communicate with and help lead a team of work trade volunteers during your shifts.
Pre-gathering work: Meetings with Casandra + team via google meets for interview and to go over work flow before the gathering. Arrive prior to the gathering to set up the kitchen & prep for the coming weeks.
During the gathering: Kitchen staff arrive early and are expected to stay and work throughout the duration of the session (Sun, moon or both). Work shifts are 8-10 hours/day, and most kitchen staff work 7-9 shifts per session. You must commit to at least 1 full week (7days) per session. Commitment to both sessions is 14+ days, and will include 1.5 days off between sessions.
Post- gathering: A deep clean and winterization of the kitchen happens on the final day of the second session and for the entire following day. Kitchen staff stay onsite to help volunteers properly clean and close up the kitchen.
Exchange: This is a 1099/W 9 Independent Contract position paid by Spirit Weavers Gathering at a determined hourly rate. You will also have entry to both sessions of the gathering, including all meals, and a tent camping spot in kitchen camp.
Community Health & Well-Being Lead(1 position open, Moon Session)
This is an important but not glamorous job that will require you to miss some class time. Bring your passion for health, can-do attitude, and a willingness to implement wellness guidelines. Successful Health and Safety Coordinators need to be able to give adequate and clear direction, lift and carry up to 50lbs, be on their feet, and provide adequate cleaning & sanitizing materials for seva.
Your main roles and responsibilities will be as follows:
- Create sanitizing solution daily (diluting appropriate chemical to water ratios that can be safely handled by seva)
- Refilling hand soaps and dish soaps
- Maintaining/replenishing cleaning materials (sponges, rubber spatulas, scrape buckets, compost buckets, sani sprays, etc.)
- Training and monitoring community dishwashing stations (techniques & regular clearing)
- Oversight of handwashing and public shared space sanitization
- Dish station cleaning & sanitization
- Consolidation of compost
- Checking & Maintaining shared space cleaning schedule
- Throughout dishwashing service you will be required to remain near the community dish station or kitchen to help monitor, answer questions and refill cleaning & sanitizing items.
Your points of communication: This is a self directed position under general supervision of the Head Chef Casandra Kelly + team, with a production team member point of contact (Samantha Tanis). You will also have a team of 2-4 work trade volunteers under your direction to collaborate with during the weekend.
Pre-gathering work: Meetings with Casandra + team via google meets for interview and to go over work flow before the gathering. Arrive prior to the gathering to set up the kitchen & prep for the coming weeks.
During the gathering:This position will work three daily shifts (June 11th-24th). Each shift during the gathering you will be working with and guiding 2-3 Seva. You will be responsible for stocking and refilling all cleaning supplies, relaying to the head chef when certain cleaning products are running low and are the main point of contact for directing and monitoring community dishwashing lines & proper dishwashing procedures. You will also be responsible for draining and cleaning sinks before and after each meal. It is of utmost importance for Community Health & Safety to be your top priority when handling the aspects of dishwashing, handwashing sanitization and cleaning of public use areas. It is also crucial to know the policies and procedures of what to do when someone is ill on the property and how to respond to the situation accordingly. We will provide a comprehensive job description for all applications of this position with more details.
Post- gathering: Minimal post gathering work required.
Exchange: This position is in exchange for $400 per session for a total of $800 for both weeks. You will also have entry to both sessions of the gathering, including all meals, and a tent camping spot in kitchen camp.
Seva Lead Support (1 positions open, Both Sessions)
Calling all Virgos to the front — and anyone who delights in color-coded spreadsheets, clear communication, and heart-led leadership. We’re seeking someone who thrives in both structure and service; someone who finds joy in tending the details while keeping people at the center of it all.
The Seva Lead Support works closely with Victoria Madruga, the Seva Lead, to help coordinate and care for our beloved volunteer teams. This role weaves communication between Hub Leads, Seva members, and the broader Production Team — ensuring the threads of service stay connected, kind, and clear.
Before the Gathering
This role begins April 1st, with several virtual meetings and trainings to learn Seva protocols, scheduling systems, and the rhythms of the volunteer program. You’ll attend all Seva Team online orientations to connect with each hub and its Lead. Together, we’ll shape the Seva schedules and prepare for the season ahead.
At the Gathering:
Once we’re on the land, you’ll become a grounding presence — a point person between Hub Leads, Seva members, and Victoria. You’ll help keep communication smooth, troubleshoot when needed, and support the Seva community with warmth and steadiness. You’ll also assist with Seva Orientation, attend all morning announcements, and participate in daily check-ins with Victoria to stay connected and aligned.
Who You Are
You’ve served as Seva before — ideally more than once — and understand the dance between service and ceremony. You’re proficient in Google Docs, spreadsheets, and shared folders, and you love holding a clipboard.
You’re reliable, grounded, very organized, and deeply attuned to detail.
You’re also attuned to people — bringing exceptional communication skills and a deep understanding of nuance.
You know how to hold difficult conversations with compassion — balancing flexibility with firmness, kindness with accountability. You communicate in a way that honors everyone’s humanity, using trauma-informed language and a calm presence even in moments of tension. You bring humor, humility, and genuine care to your leadership.
You strongly value inclusivity and collective care, and have experience working within diverse communities — particularly those rooted in BIPOC, queer, and trans spaces.
You recognize what an honor it is to hold this role — to support the gathering and the women who choose to be in service. You understand that tending Seva is sacred work, rooted in care, respect, and devotion to the collective.
The Exchange
This is a work-trade position for the upcoming gathering season. You’ll receive:
- A ticket to both sessions of Spirit Weavers
- All meals provided
- Your photo and bio on the Spirit Weavers website
- Mentorship and behind-the-scenes learning with the Seva Lead
This is intended as a long-term collaboration. The first year includes hands-on training and shadowing, with the potential to grow into a paid position in future years.
How to Apply:
Applications will remain open until February 1st, 2026.
To apply, please complete the application linked below:
→ [APPLICATION] ←
Interviews will be scheduled during the last two weeks of February, and all applicants will be notified of their status by March 1st.
The selected applicant will step into the role beginning April 1st, with virtual trainings and Seva Team orientations leading up to the gathering.
Land Vibes Team Lead (1 position open, Both Sessions)
This role would best be filled by someone who has attended the gathering in years past and has strong leadership, team management, organization and communication skills. The ability to clearly communicate, delegate and share instructions to others is very important with this role!
**This position requires early arrival of Tuesday June 9th. Ideally one person can attend both sessions as the Land Vibes seva team stay on the land until Tuesday June 23rd.**
While this is a longer time commitment, it is low hours during the gathering itself and a great way to attend both sessions!
Point of Communication:
You will be in communication with Samantha, Em + the production team pre-gathering. On land you will work with the production team, and will be responsible for communicating and leading your team of Seva volunteers during the gathering.
Pre-gathering work:
Minimal pre-gathering work. You may be asked to attend a few zoom calls. You will connect with Em from production to receive some insight and guidelines for the lead and support position.
During the gathering:
You will be expected to arrive early (Tuesday June 9th) to ground in and get familiar with the land, flow, and supplies.
You will be responsible for leading a tour for your assigned Seva and making sure they understand gathering maintenance responsibilities. You’ll check in with your scheduled seva team members daily to make sure they check in and out of shifts. You’ll make sure the ongoing tasks of stocking toilet paper, filling soap, bathroom and shower checks, etc. are completed as well as keeping in touch with the Production team for any additional needs that may arise.
Examples of Additional Tasks:
- Rearranging schedule as needed to make sure all shifts are covered
- Fill in for quick cleaning sweeps in emergencies/no show cases (only if needed)
- Answering questions from team & seeing big picture of land vibe needs
- Restocking land vines products as needed
- Keeping track of sponsorship inventory
- replacing any bulbs for lighting needs
Post- gathering:
You may be requested to stay on the land until Tuesday or Wednesday after Moon session to help with breakdown, inventory and reorganization.
The Exchange:
This is a work-trade position for the upcoming gathering season. You’ll receive:
- A ticket to both sessions of Spirit Weavers
- All meals provided
Please fill out the form below if there is a position that calls to you.
The application below is for staff positions that are available for the 2026 Spirit Weavers Gathering season. Instructor applications open Dec 4th.
Applications for other areas of the gathering can be found on the VILLAGE pages.
**Please do not use the below form to submit an application to share a workshop or class offering. **
Thank you for your application.
We are grateful that you’re interested in being a part of the Spirit Weavers Gathering.
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