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Volunteer Catering Youth Worker
Organisation Details
Empower Youth Zones
Sub theme: Children, Youth Work and Young People
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: EMPOWER is the charity that oversees the creation, management and sustainability of Youth Zones in Manchester and Salford.
We give young people from a diverse range of backgrounds access to incredible facilities in a vibrant, purpose-built space packed with engaging activities, the opportunity to make friends, develop new skills, unlock their potential and have fun.
This is passionate and properly funded youth provision: a dedicated partnership between young people, their local community, local authorities and a dedicated following of patrons and supporters.
We are providing a new narrative. One that focuses on celebrating the strengths of young people and our communities.
Our Vision
Children and young people in Manchester and Salford are inspired to lead healthy, happy, safe and successful lives.
Our Mission
Empower provides children and young people with somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to.
We give young people from a diverse range of backgrounds access to incredible facilities in a vibrant, purpose-built space packed with engaging activities, the opportunity to make friends, develop new skills, unlock their potential and have fun.
This is passionate and properly funded youth provision: a dedicated partnership between young people, their local community, local authorities and a dedicated following of patrons and supporters.
We are providing a new narrative. One that focuses on celebrating the strengths of young people and our communities.
Our Vision
Children and young people in Manchester and Salford are inspired to lead healthy, happy, safe and successful lives.
Our Mission
Empower provides children and young people with somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to.
Description of role: About the role
Our Catering and Tuck Shop Volunteers help us to provide young people with a hearty, free meal. They’re the friendly faces who support the smooth running of sessions by making sure bellies are full and minds are engaged! This allows us to run sessions for young people that build their confidence, social skills and overall wellbeing.
What can you expect to be doing?
• Prepping food for the young people on session
• Serving young people at the counter or tuck shop
• Helping maintain cleanliness and organization within the kitchen
• Maintaining health & safety standards
• Using the till and cash handling
• Working collaboratively with other members of staff and volunteers to support the delivery of sessions
• Acting as a positive role model for young people
• Promoting an inclusive culture where all young people are listened to, valued and cared for.
What are the benefits to you and our young people?
You will gain new skills and develop existing ones whilst making a significant contribution to the lives of the young people. You will become part of our team and our young people will have a great time. You will enhance your CV whilst also being there as a positive role model to many of our young people. After 3 months of committed volunteering, a reference can be provided. The benefits really are endless!
We’re looking for someone who:
• Has an interest or experience in catering and food would be great but if not, a willingness to learn and passion to get
involved
• Is patient and has the ability to confidently manage multiple tasks in a busy kitchen environment
• Enjoys meeting and engaging with people from a wide range of backgrounds
• Shares the same values of HideOut
• Is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people.
Our Catering and Tuck Shop Volunteers help us to provide young people with a hearty, free meal. They’re the friendly faces who support the smooth running of sessions by making sure bellies are full and minds are engaged! This allows us to run sessions for young people that build their confidence, social skills and overall wellbeing.
What can you expect to be doing?
• Prepping food for the young people on session
• Serving young people at the counter or tuck shop
• Helping maintain cleanliness and organization within the kitchen
• Maintaining health & safety standards
• Using the till and cash handling
• Working collaboratively with other members of staff and volunteers to support the delivery of sessions
• Acting as a positive role model for young people
• Promoting an inclusive culture where all young people are listened to, valued and cared for.
What are the benefits to you and our young people?
You will gain new skills and develop existing ones whilst making a significant contribution to the lives of the young people. You will become part of our team and our young people will have a great time. You will enhance your CV whilst also being there as a positive role model to many of our young people. After 3 months of committed volunteering, a reference can be provided. The benefits really are endless!
We’re looking for someone who:
• Has an interest or experience in catering and food would be great but if not, a willingness to learn and passion to get
involved
• Is patient and has the ability to confidently manage multiple tasks in a busy kitchen environment
• Enjoys meeting and engaging with people from a wide range of backgrounds
• Shares the same values of HideOut
• Is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people.
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Creative Skills, Practical Skills, Team Working
Are volunteer expenses available?: Yes
Duration of role: Ongoing / Long term
Opportunity times: Monday Afternoon, Monday Evening, Tuesday Afternoon, Tuesday Evening, Wednesday Afternoon, Wednesday Evening, Thursday Afternoon, Thursday Evening, Friday Afternoon, Friday Evening, Saturday Morning, Saturday Afternoon, Saturday Evening, Sunday Morning, Sunday Afternoon
DBS required: On
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 4
Location:
1 Queens Avenue
Manchester
M12 5PX