Lead Cafe Volunteer

Posted 3 hours 9 minutes ago by Countydurhamvolunteering

Permanent
Not Specified
Charity & Voluntary Jobs
England, United Kingdom
Job Description
Overview

We are looking for a volunteer lead for our brand new community cafe. We are looking for a friendly, people focused person to coordinate and support our team of volunteers to run our new community cafe. You will be responsible for the day to day running of the cafe, complying with health and safety rules and safe food prep.

Skills & Qualities
  • Strong people management skills and a real team worker
  • Relevant catering or hospitality experience
When & Where?

As this is a new venture we are hoping to open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Between 10 and 2pm initially. The lead will need to be there earlier and a little later to open and close the cafe. We need you to be flexible as this may change, and we hope we can extend these hours in the future.

The Jubilee Hall is about 5 miles from Durham, about 2 from Houghton Le Spring, in the village of West Rainton. The hall is the heart of the village, and there is a lovely sense of community here.

Training and Support Offered/Expenses

Level 2 Food hygiene certificate can be updated if needed. Support will be given from the MT and Trustees. Expenses can be discussed.

Satisfaction
  • Satisfaction from shaping this new venture into a successful community cafe
  • Reviving your skills and experience and putting them to good use again
  • Meeting new people
  • Adding a new dimension to your life
Accessibility and Transport Info

The hall is accessible, free parking on the street, and the bus stop for the number 20 which runs between Sunderland and Durham is literally just outside the front door.