Volunteer Cook - community lunch club
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We are looking for a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic volunteer cook to support our community charity providing a weekly 2-course lunch club for approximately 30 people. The volunteer will receive training and support to be confident and happy to cook the lunch with staff on hand to support where needed.
The cook must have a good understanding of health and safety standards and food hygiene, holding a level 2 food hygiene and safety certificate, or able to complete this shortly.
The lunch club offers a welcoming space for people to enjoy a traditional 2 course meal, for example: Bangers ‘N’ Mash, Chicken roast dinner; fish and chips etc, with a simple dessert. A lot of the ingredients are pre-prepared and you don’t have to peel spuds for 30 people!
The volunteer cook will play an important role in helping to provide for our community lunch club.
Main responsibilities:
• Each week cook a meal and pre-prepared vegan option for approximately 30 people in total.
• Cook and serve meals in a safe and hygienic manner, in accordance with level 2 food hygiene and safety training
• Be aware of allergens and dietary requirements
• Keep the kitchen and cooking equipment clean, tidy and organised.
• Work alongside other volunteers to ensure the lunch club runs smoothly.
• Contribute to creating a welcoming, inclusive and friendly atmosphere for everyone attending the lunch club.
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What skills do I need?
We are looking for someone who:
• Previous experience in a community kitchen or catering environment would be helpful but is not essential.
• Someone who enjoys cooking
• Has a good understanding of food hygiene, kitchen cleanliness and safe food handling.
• Is aware of the importance of food allergies and dietary requirements.
• Is organised, reliable and able to manage their time effectively.
• Is happy to work as part of a team and communicate well with other volunteers and lunch club guests.
• Is friendly, calm, patient and respectful
Details
- Over 18 years only
- Will require references
When is this role available?
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Lunch Club runs every Wednesday. We dish up lunch at 12:30pm, but cooking and preparation requires availability from 10am – 2pm.
(We close throughout August and after the Christmas Party until the New Year)
Location:
Personal Choice Community Project, Oasis Centre,
1a Upper Arundel Street,
Portsmouth,
PO1 1NP
You will be redirected to the Hive Portsmouth website to express your interest.