Want to contribute?
The Berlin Ramen Festival is powered by a community that loves ramen, Japanese culture and unique experiences.
To make Europe’s largest ramen festival possible, we’re looking for people who are excited to lend a hand, meet new people and take a look behind the scenes of a truly special food festival.
As part of our festival crew, you help create an unforgettable experience for thousands of guests and become part of it yourself.
Become part of a unique community
Behind the Scenes
As part of the crew, you are right in the middle of the action and get insights into the organization of an international food festival that visitors never see.
Meet the Community
Meet people from all across Europe: food lovers, chefs, artists and Japan enthusiasts. Many volunteers remain part of the community long after the festival.
Festival Experience
Experience live performances, culture and cuisine up close. From the Slurping Contest to the stage program, you are an important part of the festival energy.
Learn & Gain Experience
If you’re interested in events, gastronomy or community projects, you’ll gain valuable insights and hands-on experience with us.
You can support us in the following topics
- Set-up & dismantling
You support the set-up of the festival infrastructure before the event and the breakdown afterwards. This includes preparing areas, placing equipment and helping to create the overall festival atmosphere.
- Visitor coordination
You help guide visitor flows and act as a point of contact on site. This ensures that guests can easily find their way around and enjoy the festival without stress.
- Operational support
During the festival, you assist the team with day-to-day operations, react flexibly to situations and help ensure everything runs smoothly.
- Supporting exhibitors
You act as a point of contact for our exhibitors and assist with questions or small challenges during operations. Your support helps ensure that everything runs smoothly and that vendors feel well taken care of.
- Sustainability concept
You help implement our reusable system and support its operation on site. This includes informing visitors and encouraging responsible use of resources.
- Logistics
You support the organization and distribution of materials, keep track of processes and help resolve bottlenecks quickly.
- Welcoming guests
You are often the first point of contact for our visitors and create a warm and friendly welcome. Your presence helps guests feel comfortable right from the start.
- Supporting activities
You assist with program highlights, activities and competitions, making sure everything runs smoothly and guests can actively take part.
- Info point
At the info point, you answer questions, provide guidance and support visitors with anything they need during the festival.
- Supporting the stage program
You assist with the organization and execution of the stage program, helping ensure that shows, performances and transitions run smoothly.
- Quiz / Slurping Contest
You support interactive formats such as the ramen quiz or the slurping contest, help coordinate participants and ensure a smooth flow.
- Workshop support
You assist with workshops, help with preparation and support participants to ensure a great overall experience.
Your BRF starter package
- Crew shirt to show you are officially part of the festival crew
- Food during your shift
- Festival access even before and after your working hours
- Glimpses behind the scenes
- New contacts from the food, cultural and event scene
