Volunteer Kitchen Porter

Stockton Volunteers; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community organization is seeking friendly and reliable individuals to join their catering team as Volunteer Kitchen Porters. This role involves supporting the kitchen by maintaining cleanliness, washing pots, and preparing vegetables for the coffee shop and inpatient unit. Volunteers will receive comprehensive training, including mandatory and induction training, and will have opportunities for personal development. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, this is a great opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while gaining valuable experience.

Benefits

20% discount off shop purchases

Opportunities for training and personal development

Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses

Provided lunch for volunteering over 5 hours

Access to discounts with retailers

10% discount in Northgate Tea Rooms

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and pass a DBS check.
• Training includes mandatory and induction training.

Responsibilities

• Wash pots and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
• Provide courteous service and adhere to health and safety rules.
• Work independently or as part of a team in a busy environment.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Tact

Sensitivity

Politeness

Approachability

Ability to work unsupervised

Ability to work in a team

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Location: Teesside Hospice, 1 Northgate road, Linthorpe, Middlesbrough TS5 5NW

Time Requirement: Flexible to suit you, hours between 11.00am and 2.00pm

DBS Check needed? Yes

Age Requirements: From 18 years old plus

Role Summary: The role involves supporting our catering team by washing and cleaning pots and preparing vegetables for the coffee shop and our inpatient unit.

Key Responsibilities:

• To wash pots and keep the pot washing area clean and tidy.
• To ensure the tables and surrounding area are clean and tidy.
• To load and unload a dishwasher.
• To provide a prompt, pleasant, and courteous service.
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety rules.
• Ability to work unsupervised in a busy environment.
• Compassion and empathy.
• Tact and sensitivity.
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• Polite and approachable.
• Professional approach.

Training Requirements:

As a Volunteer Kitchen Porter, you will complete the following training:

• Teesside Hospice mandatory training.
• Volunteer induction training.
• Any other training identified as appropriate to the role.

Support and Supervision:

Your first line of support for any enquiries will be your Line Manager, who will support you in your role.

Communications:

Your Line Manager will regularly provide you with any information updates, training opportunities, and upcoming events appropriate to your role.

You will be provided with a Teesside Hospice volunteer badge.

• 20% discount off purchases made in our shops.
• Opportunities for training and personal development.
• Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses.
• Provided lunch if you volunteer for more than 5 hours per day.
• Access to discounts with other retailers and companies.
• 10% discount in the Northgate Tea Rooms.

If you’re friendly, reliable, and eager to contribute to our cause, we’d love to have you join our team!

Teesside Hospice is committed to eliminating discrimination and values diversity in the workplace.