Welcome to Feel Good Friday at Trumpington Meadows Community Rooms. Our free hub is on every Friday (Term Time only) from 10am - 12pm. It is a warm, safe and welcoming space for everyone. We host two ...
Community Hub Kitchen Volunteer
Practical details
Volunteering • Organisation role
Contact person
Anne Wigglesworth
Provided
#124777
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We're seeking 4 hours help in the kitchen with food preparation, serving, and tidying up, with free training in food hygiene.
Volunteer Opportunity - Feel Good Friday, Trumpington Meadows Community Hub
Role Overview
Are you looking for a rewarding way to give back to your local community while gaining new skills and experience? We are seeking a friendly and reliable volunteer to join our team and support our popular Feel Good Friday sessions at Trumpington Meadows Community Hub.
This role involves a commitment of 4 hours every Friday, from 9:00am to 1:00pm during term time. Working alongside our welcoming team, you will help with food preparation, serving refreshments, and keeping the kitchen and dining areas clean and tidy. Your support will play an important part in creating a warm and enjoyable environment for everyone who attends.
We offer a supportive and inclusive volunteering experience, with opportunities to develop valuable skills, build confidence, and meet new people. Volunteers will also receive free Food Hygiene training, helping to enhance their knowledge and experience within a community setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve food and refreshments.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene.
- Wash up, clear tables, and keep kitchen areas tidy.
- Assist visitors with self-service food and drinks where needed.
- Store food safely and monitor use-by dates.
- Follow all food safety, allergen, and health and safety procedures.
- Work as part of a team to create a welcoming community environment.
Skills & Qualities
- Friendly, approachable, and customer-focused.
- Able to follow instructions and work well as part of a team.
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Comfortable standing for periods of time and carrying light items.
- Committed to maintaining food hygiene and safety standards.
Requirements
- Enhanced DBS check (provided if required).
- Completion of Food Safety Level 2 and Allergen Awareness training (provided free of charge).
- Attend a trial session before starting.
- Complete all mandatory training.
What You'll Gain
Volunteering is a fantastic way to support your community, meet new people, and develop valuable skills. We offer:
- Free Food Safety Level 2 and other training opportunities.
- Reimbursement of agreed volunteering expenses.
- Free DBS check.
- Opportunities to build confidence, skills, and experience.
- Access to workshops and learning opportunities.
- A supportive team environment and the chance to make a real difference in your community.
Whether you're looking to gain practical experience, expand your skills, or simply make a positive difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.
Get in touch today to find out more about this rewarding volunteering opportunity.
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About Feel Good Friday at Trumpington Meadows Community Hub
Welcome to Feel Good Friday at Trumpington Meadows Community Rooms. Our free hub is on every Friday (Term Time only) from 10am - 12pm. It is a warm, safe and welcoming space for everyone. We host two rooms. In room 1, we welcome parents, carers, guardians and grandparents to the interactive stay and play session for preschoolers, where children are free to play and take part in singing, stories and crafts. You can meet new people, connect with your community, make new friends, and receive family and parenting support.
In Room 2 we host a space for adults where you can learn new skills. Learn computer skills, learn to knit, crochet or work alongside other with your own project, take part in a monthly craft, go for a walk with Cambridge United Foundation, meet new people, connect and socialise. Receive support and guidance on money matter, fuel cost, housing support, mental health, wellbeing, and much more with all the partners we invite to join us. We also offer a free brunch to all those who attend.