Here are a few ways…

Beforehand and/or possibly at some point during the event...

BEHIND THE SCENES:

   Help with an inventory check before ordering supplies
   Order supplies
   Condiment purchases before and/or during the event
   Chop onions before and/or during the event
   Make some of those yummy baked goods
   Pick up donuts in the morning
   Help with an inventory check after the event is over
   Collect & cash in the returnable cans & bottles
   Inspect the Wagon for problems
   Report any problems found
   Clean the Wagon before use
   Paint the Wagon, if necessary
   Move the Wagon to the event's location
   Prepare sign-up sheets for volunteers
   Prepare posters for the Wagon
   Prepare price signs for the Wagon

AT THE WAGON OR CHURCH:

The Wagon Coordinator:

   Is responsible for the Wagon’s overall operation
   Schedules the volunteers into shifts
   Applies for required permits
   Handles reported issues of concern from volunteers

The Shift Leader:

   Is responsible for the Wagon’s operation on their shift
   Determines which supplies must be replenished
   Supplies the Runner with a list of items needed
   Decides which supplies the runner should purchase
   Reports issues of concern to the Wagon Coordinator

The Cashier:

   Is our "Welcoming Committee"
   Takes & relays orders to the Cook & Beverage Person
   Tallies orders & makes change
   Keeps Shift Leader aware of the cash drawer's status

The Beverage Person:

   Pulls beverages out of coolers to fill orders
   Keeps beverage coolers organized and well-stocked
   Prepares coffee, decaf, tea and cocoa
   Keeps coffee and decaf available
   Keeps Shift Leader aware of need for beverages & ice

The Bun Person:

   Works side by side with the Cook
   Sets up hot dog trays for the Cook
   Keeps a supply of prepared trays ready at all times
   Dispenses meat sauce
   Distributes hotdogs to customers at Pick Up Window
   Keeps Shift Leader aware of need for supplies

The Runner:

   Restocks supplies from church using Shift Leader’s list
   Purchases items from store, as specified by leader
   Keeps coolers stocked with ice (from A&W)
   Keeps the condiment table clean & restocked
   Keeps Shift Leader aware of need for supplies

The Cook:

   Always follows Dept. of Health regulations
   Prepares hotdogs, sausages & sauerkraut
   Maintains a supply of hot dogs, sausages & sauerkraut
   Fills orders as relayed by Cashier
   Keeps Shift Leader aware of need for supplies

The Clean Up Crew:

   Washes pots, utensils & crock pots
   Stores perishables in the refrigerator

     

Remember, many hands make light work!