Victorian Workhouse - part 3

The transcript narrates the story of a family facing hardships after the husband loses his job due to new machinery. They end up in a workhouse, where the family is separated, and the narrator describes the difficult living conditions, including bland food and monotonous tasks. Despite the challenges, the narrator finds some relief in avoiding certain painful tasks.

How does the narrator feel about the food provided in the workhouse?

What types of jobs does the narrator have to perform in the workhouse?