Watford & District Mencap society supports local people with learning disabilities and their families/carers.
We support around 800 local people each year.
Our services include registered care ...
Lunchtime Cafe Volunteers needed weekdays 11.30am - 1.30pm
Practical details
Volunteering • Long term role
Contact person
Anjalee Popat
Provided
#56908
Scan me or visit www.govolherts.org.uk/o/Watford--District-Mencap-Society/opportunities/Lunchtime-Cafe-Volunteers-needed-weekdays-1130am---130pm/56908 to join
Support the successful day-to-day running of the café within the library, working as part of a team alongside staff and other volunteers:
Volunteer Café Assistant – Watford Mencap
Watford Mencap manages the Café in the Library. Our staff supervise adults with a learning disability and help them to carry out tasks to build their confidence. We are looking for volunteers to:
- Engage with service users, staff, trainees and fellow volunteers in a respectful, friendly and professional manner
- Engage positively with trainees and support them in developing their confidence and practical skills.
- Provide social interaction and encouragement to service users, helping them participate in activities and develop new skills while building on existing abilities.
- Assist customers during busy lunchtime periods and provide friendly and efficient service.
- Serve customers a range of hot and cold drinks, cakes, sandwiches, paninis, rolls, fruit and snacks.
- Operate the till system, process sales and take payments.
- Help maintain a clean, tidy and welcoming environment
- Restock food, drinks and other café supplies as required.
Additional Information:
Volunteers are not responsible for providing one-to-one care or working alone. Volunteers will work alongside staff and trainees, who will provide guidance and support. Experience of working in a café or kitchen would be advantageous.
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About Watford & District Mencap Society
Watford & District Mencap society supports local people with learning disabilities and their families/carers.
We support around 800 local people each year.
Our services include registered care homes, adult learning and leisure activities, children's services, free advice and information, community training cafe. We also operate a charity shop as well as a programme of fundraising events.
Applications closing in 3 months.