Shift Volunteer
Practical details
Volunteer vacancy • Organisation role (Long-term)
Contact person
Rakel Olafs
or contact the organiser directly at [email protected] or +31703681804.
#85192
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We are seeking friendly and reliable volunteers to help run our Community Centre café during scheduled shifts.
Volunteers will prepare and serve light food, snacks, and drinks, including making barista-style coffee. We ask for a commitment of at least one shift per week, which includes setup and cleanup time.
Shift Details:
Morning shifts: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays: 8:30-11:30 | Wednesdays: 8:30-12:00
Afternoon shifts: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays: 14:00-16:30 | Wednesday: 11:30-14:30
Additional Monday co-working shift: 11:30-14:00
Each shift requires an additional 15-30 minutes of setup time before and 30 minutes of cleanup time after.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare light food such as tostis, bagels, and hot dogs.
- Serve cakes, coffees, and hot drinks to customers.
- Learn and make barista-style coffee (training provided).
- Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and café area during and after the shift.
- Set up the café before your shift and cleanup after.
- Interact with customers and ensure they feel welcome.
Skills & Qualities:
- Friendly and approachable attitude.
- Willingness to learn new skills, including barista training.
- Ability to work in a team and follow instructions.
- Commitment to regular attendance and reliability.
What You’ll Gain from Volunteering:
- Barista skills: Learn to make high-quality barista-style coffee, a skill that can be used in future roles or personal life.
- Teamwork experience: Develop strong collaboration skills by working alongside fellow volunteers in a supportive and friendly environment.
- Community connection: Be part of a welcoming community where you’ll meet new people and make a positive impact on the local area.
- Customer service skills: Gain valuable experience interacting with customers, enhancing communication and service skills.
- Personal fulfilment: Contribute to a meaningful cause by helping to run a space that serves and supports the community.
- References and experience: Build experience that can enhance your CV and receive references for future job opportunities.
If you are passionate about fostering community connections and contributing to a vibrant and inclusive environment, we would love to hear from you.
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About The Hungry Mind
The Hungry Mind is a dynamic international community centre serving both the local residents of Loosduinen and the diverse international community of The International School of The Hague. Our mission is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where individuals from all backgrounds can come together to connect, learn, and grow.
We host a variety of daily activities for adults and after-school programs for children, including yoga, ballet, football, hockey, comic book creation, arts classes, and more. Additionally, we regularly organize workshops, quiz nights, markets, movie screenings, and other enjoyable events.
The organiser has marked this opportunity as filled. Applications are closed. You can find other Volunteer vacancies here.
