Volunteer Kitchen Assistant

TWO SAINTS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A volunteer opportunity with TWO SAINTS in Southampton, providing support to the homeless community. You will help prepare nutritious meals and create a welcoming environment, contributing positively to clients' lives. This role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with vulnerable people in homelessness.
• Values align with ethics.
• Commitment to making a positive difference.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for rough sleepers.
• Assist kitchen staff in preparing healthy meals.
• Respond appropriately to clients' needs.

Skills

Strong verbal and written English skills

Ability to cook to a high standard

Polite, assertive, self-motivated

Passion for client-facing roles

Interest and concern for homelessness issues

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TWO SAINTS

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Southampton, United Kingdom

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Posted:

18.06.2025

Expiry Date:

02.08.2025

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Job Description:

Volunteer opportunity. Flexible hours between Monday to Friday, 8.30am and 2.30pm.

The Day Centre is at the heart of the homeless community in Southampton. We provide a safe space for up to 70 adults each day, offering access to food, clothes, showers, and laundry. The service also includes on-site healthcare and accommodation for up to 10 clients.

Our goal is to support clients in maintaining safety and health, meeting immediate needs, and helping them access support and long-term housing.

We have a close-knit, collaborative team that supports each other and our clients. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, impactful role, this is for you!

You will support clients experiencing homelessness or unstable housing by providing hot, nutritious meals twice daily.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create a welcoming environment for rough sleepers and those facing homelessness
• Understand food hygiene and relevant legislation
• Assist kitchen staff in preparing healthy meals
• Respond appropriately to clients' needs and cultural differences
• Follow safeguarding responsibilities and report concerns promptly
• Keep the kitchen and canteen clean and tidy
• Manage donations effectively
• Report health and safety issues and repairs
• Handle difficult situations with clients empathetically
• Practice non-discriminative, person-centred support
• Remain resilient in high-emotion situations
• Recognize physiological needs
• Perform other duties in the interest of the organization and clients

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Previous sector experience is not essential; a genuine passion for working with vulnerable people in homelessness is key. Our values should align with your ethics, and you should be committed to making a positive difference.

• Strong verbal and written English skills
• Ability to cook to a high standard
• Polite, assertive, self-motivated
• Passion for client-facing roles
• Interest and concern for homelessness issues