Community Cafe Collective Member
OFFERED BY:
Diversify Education and Communities CICLocation(s): Bilborough
Address where volunteering takes place: Beechdale Community Centre Ambergate Road Nottingham NG8 3GDHow many places are on offer? Several
Purpose of Role:
Our community cafe is open to a diverse community and we welcome everyone with a bright smile. We prepare regular hot drinks, cakes and simple snacks for the community. Other than hot breakfast, we offer occasional lunch and dinner.
The purpose of this role is to keep the community cafe ready for serving food and for maintaining a safe and hygienic environment.
The purpose of this role is to keep the community cafe ready for serving food and for maintaining a safe and hygienic environment.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
1. Preparing food and hot drinks for the community.
2. Following the hygiene protocols while working in the kitchen.
3. Setting up the café area and serving area beforehand.
4. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy.
5. Using the kitchen appliances with utmost care and
cautiousness.
6. While serving the food, make sure people pay and handle the money properly.
7. Serving the food to the community while maintaining good communication with the community.
8. Cleaning the tables, chairs, and the surrounding area is
clean in the foyer area.
9. Clean the kitchen floor; swipe and mop if required. 10.While closing the kitchen, make sure all the kitchen
appliances are turned off, and switch off the lights.
11. To undertake any other tasks as requested or appropriate
with the nature of the role.
Support Offered
■ Receive a full induction and training pack.
■ Be assigned a dedicated staff member as a direct contact
for any questions or queries.
■ Be valued and respected by everyone involved in
Diversify Education and Communities CIC and the Beechdale Community Centre and treated equally.
■ Travel expenses will be reimbursed.
■ All the tools and resources needed to carry out this role will
be provided.
What you could get out of it
Volunteering at the community cafe will offer you the
opportunity to connect with diverse people in and around the community, find personal fulfilment, enhance skills in food service and hygiene, enjoy social engagement, and discover a clear sense of purpose.
The friendly presence and smiles can brighten someone's day, making this role not only about giving back but also about personal growth and enriching connections. It will surely build confidence and enhance interpersonal and organisational skills.
You'll need 2 references and a DBS disclosure. You will also be expected to attend an interview, followed by a selection and verification process before the start of the role.
2. Following the hygiene protocols while working in the kitchen.
3. Setting up the café area and serving area beforehand.
4. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy.
5. Using the kitchen appliances with utmost care and
cautiousness.
6. While serving the food, make sure people pay and handle the money properly.
7. Serving the food to the community while maintaining good communication with the community.
8. Cleaning the tables, chairs, and the surrounding area is
clean in the foyer area.
9. Clean the kitchen floor; swipe and mop if required. 10.While closing the kitchen, make sure all the kitchen
appliances are turned off, and switch off the lights.
11. To undertake any other tasks as requested or appropriate
with the nature of the role.
Support Offered
■ Receive a full induction and training pack.
■ Be assigned a dedicated staff member as a direct contact
for any questions or queries.
■ Be valued and respected by everyone involved in
Diversify Education and Communities CIC and the Beechdale Community Centre and treated equally.
■ Travel expenses will be reimbursed.
■ All the tools and resources needed to carry out this role will
be provided.
What you could get out of it
Volunteering at the community cafe will offer you the
opportunity to connect with diverse people in and around the community, find personal fulfilment, enhance skills in food service and hygiene, enjoy social engagement, and discover a clear sense of purpose.
The friendly presence and smiles can brighten someone's day, making this role not only about giving back but also about personal growth and enriching connections. It will surely build confidence and enhance interpersonal and organisational skills.
You'll need 2 references and a DBS disclosure. You will also be expected to attend an interview, followed by a selection and verification process before the start of the role.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
■ Excellent organisational skills.
■ Food Hygiene Level 2 and DBS Checked.
■ Accuracy and attention to detail.
■ Good communication skills.
■ Be a team player.
■ Flexible approach to working.
■ Strong interpersonal skills.
■ Tact and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of situations.
■ Good understanding of equality and diversity.
■ Open to learn new things.
■ Food Hygiene Level 2 and DBS Checked.
■ Accuracy and attention to detail.
■ Good communication skills.
■ Be a team player.
■ Flexible approach to working.
■ Strong interpersonal skills.
■ Tact and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of situations.
■ Good understanding of equality and diversity.
■ Open to learn new things.
WHEN REQUIRED:
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? No
Age Restrictions:
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
Please talk to us about your access needs
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We will try to respond to volunteer enquiries within one week
How long to complete training and recruitment?
This will take a couple of sessions
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes