Cook/Kitchen Assistant

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The heart of the home is the kitchen and Peaceful Place is no different.

As a volunteer helping our members to prepare food and cook and clean, you will be playing a very important role in making the day at Peaceful Place special for our members. We are seeking volunteers who like to either bake, cook, clean or chat. Our members love to be involved in cooking meals, baking and even cleaning, so your role is very much central to their wellbeing. You will be rewarded by their enthusiasm and chatty fun nature and be supported in your role by a multi-disciplinary team. Our kitchen is fully equipped and very open, adjoining the dining area, making it a lovely space to still converse with members sitting at the table.

ROLE:

Support our members in providing them with a nutritional breakfast, lunch, and refreshments during the day.

Our service aims to begin at 09.00 when our first members arrive for breakfast.

Lunch is served at approx. 1.00pm and you will play a role in assisting with serving, supported by other volunteers and staff.

After breakfast, members will often support you and the cook to prepare lunch by preparing vegetables.

Support our cook and members to decide on weekly menus.

If you like baking, maybe you could run a baking class with our members.

Preparing picnics or packed lunches for trips to the park.

Contribute to keeping our Health and Safety rating to excellent.

What skills do I need?

The most important skill you will possess is a warm, friendly, fun personality.

You will be able to multitask without stress.

Have an interest in cooking or baking.

Like to keep a kitchen clean and tidy.

Health and Safety or food hygiene certificates are beneficial, but we will provide training.

DBS check required.

Out of pocket expenses will be covered.

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Data Protection policy
  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 05/04/2023

End Date: 31/12/2024

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Availability Details

Hours are flexible

Location

261 Timberlog Lane
Basildon
Essex
SS14 1PA

Posted for
Peaceful Place

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Interests

  • Health and Social Care

Activities

  • Cooking and Catering
  • Supporting Charities
  • Supporting People and Befriending

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