We are looking for another Volunteer Kitchen Assistant, to support the Hospice Catering Team that can cover just 1 shift per week, 8.00am until 1.00pm on either a Monday or Sunday.
The role is varied and can involve daily tasks such as assisting in the general cleaning and tidying of the kitchen, washing of crockery using the commercial dishwasher, cleaning of machines, catering equipment, furniture, fittings and food trolleys after each meal.
We require approachable and friendly individuals who ensure confidentiality and respect, whilst being an excellent communicator. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check and also be required to complete mandatory training.
All staff and volunteers are expected to demonstrate the hospice values; Compassion, Accessibility, Respect, Excellence. If you feel you could add value to our team we would like to hear from you.
Support your local hospice by volunteering – meet people, learn new skills, and make a real difference.
If you would like to apply for this volunteer role, please register your details by clicking on this link and then the purple register button. Please state when registering which day you can volunteer on and also state the details of 2 independent referees, as we can not process your application without a reference.
If you would like any further details please contact Rachel Tilly, Volunteer Coordinator for an informal chat on: 01942 525 566, or email: v@wlh.org.uk.
Applicants should submit up-to-date CV with a supporting statement setting out how you meet the criteria for the role.
We provides specialist care and support to people across the Wigan borough who are living with a life-limiting illness.
Three of our wonderful volunteers – Vicky from Sri Lanka, and Liubov and Viktoriia from Ukraine, are volunteers at our charity superstore on Robin Retail Park. Here, they tell us how their volunteering roles have supported them to not only develop their English language skills, but to make friends in their local area too.
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