Catering Volunteer - MHA Communities Farsley (Butties and Brews)
MHA Communities Farsley, Farsley Parish Church Hall, Leeds
| Date posted | 8 April 2025 |
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| Closing date | 3 June 2025 |
As a Catering Volunteer you will volunteer in the kitchen of our service’s venue to help prepare a good quality breakfast for our older members. You may plan menus and you’ll get feedback from the older members about what they would like to eat at future activities.You will help prepare food, keep the kitchen clean and to hygiene and health and safety standards and tidy away afterwards.
What are the activities that MHA offers for older people?
By becoming a catering volunteer, you can support our services and help us to deliver a hot, delicious, nutritious meal to our members. You can gain valuable skills and knowledge that can enhance your personal and professional development, or bring skills from a previous role to help us provide a meal which is the highlight of the weekly menu for our members.
What are the benefits of becoming a volunteer?
Through supporting this activity, you'll help older people to connect with others, and help to improve their fitness and wellbeing. You will also gain valuable skills and knowledge that can enhance your personal and professional development.
How much time do I need to commit as a volunteer?
The time commitment varies depending on the needs of the MHA location you are matched with and your availability. Generally, MHA asks for a minimum of one hour per week for at least six months.
What kind of support will I receive as a volunteer?
You will receive ongoing support and guidance from a local coordinator who will match you with an older person, monitor your progress, and provide feedback. You will also have access to online resources, training opportunities, and peer support from other volunteers.
About you
- Good communication skills
- An understanding of the needs of older people
- Food preparation skills
- You will be reliable and punctual
- Flexibility
- You'll have an awareness of the need for food hygiene standards
- You'll be willing to volunteer as part of a team
- You'll be willing to participate in training and development