Community Cafe Helpers

• Oldmachar Church of Scotland

• VO103728

We are a local community café staffed by volunteers, which runs during term time at Oldmachar Church in Bridge of Don every Friday morning.

We serve tea, coffee and fine pieces. We are open to everyone; (no pets) but welcome service animals; and have a wide variety of regular customers who pop in for a coffee and a chat. We are accessible and inclusive and welcome everyone individually. We have a variety of spaces, a large room with a toy corner, with a selection of books and puzzles for children to enjoy. We also have a quieter space with a small library of donated books to read or take away, but there are also more open spaces in our foyer area to make sure everyone has a space where they feel comfortable.

We pride ourselves on our friendly service and would like to add to our team to be available to spend time to chat to those who want to. You would add to our friendly team of volunteers.

There are no essential skills or experience required for this role as you will be part of a friendly team who will guide you. There is also the opportunity to complete a basic food hygiene training course should you wish to do so. If you like people, and can carry a tray, wipe a table, enjoy a blether and smile, this is suitable for you. There is always a team leader in charge each week, to support all the volunteers. It’s a fun, active and busy role, and you will certainly “get your daily steps in” This is a great opportunity to develop your customer services skills, gain experience waiting tables and meet lots of new people.

A fantastic opportunity to help make a difference for people and the local community. All help is greatly appreciated.

For more information please contact Rona Alexander, Trustee at email: ra@oldmacharchurch.org

You can also find out a bit more about us on facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/233404933462272/

Travel details

Our café runs at Oldmachar Church in Bridge of Don on a Friday. (except school holidays and in service days) Our opening hours are 10-12 and we would ideally be looking for someone 9.30 – 12.30 We are easy to find by bus at the terminus of the No2 route at Ashwood Park. We also have on-site parking available should you prefer to drive. We are also on the end of a paved path suitable for cycling or for walking should you live in the area.

Travel expenses

Public transport may be reimbursed in specific circumstances.

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Training details

Excellent support and relevant guidance is provided to all volunteers. There is no formal training required, however there is the opportunity to complete a basic food hygiene training course should you wish to do so. There is always a team leader in charge each week, to support all the volunteers.

Taster available

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Availability

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Frequency & commitment

The cafe is open on a Friday between 10am-12pm and we would ideally be looking for someone 9.30am – 12.30pm. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated.

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across Aberdeen.

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