An exciting volunteer role…

Volunteer Events Host For Surrey Heath Age Concern

Location: Rainbow Cafe, Surrey Heath Age Concern

Time Commitment: Mondays, 10:30 AM – 2:45 PM

Role Overview:

As a Volunteer Events Host at Surrey Heath Age Concern’s Rainbow Cafe, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and enjoyable running of our weekly events. This role combines hospitality, organisation, and customer service to create a welcoming environment for our guests, who are primarily seniors from the local community.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Event Planning and Preparation:

• Shopping for Event Catering: Purchase necessary ingredients and supplies for event catering, ensuring all expenses are documented and reimbursed.
• Buying Raffle Prizes: Source and purchase raffle prizes for each event, ensuring a variety of attractive items are available.
• Creating Quiz or Similar Entertainment: Prepare engaging quizzes or activities to entertain guests during the event.

2. Event Execution:

• Payment Handling: Collect payments from guests attending the event, ensuring accuracy and security in transactions.
• Guest Engagement: Re-book guests for subsequent Tea parties, fostering a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

3. Cafe Operations:

• Opening and Closing Procedures: Ensure the Rainbow Cafe is opened and closed according to established protocols, including checking equipment and securing the premises.
• Supporting Serving Volunteers: Provide support and guidance to volunteers assisting with serving, ensuring they have the resources and assistance they need to perform their duties effectively.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Reliable and punctual, able to commit to the designated shift every Monday.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable engaging with a diverse group of guests and volunteers.
• Basic financial handling skills for collecting payments and managing reimbursements.
• Ability to work independently while also being a supportive team member.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors within the community.
• Gain valuable experience in event coordination, hospitality, and volunteer management.
• Develop interpersonal and organisational skills in a supportive environment.

Training and Support:

• Comprehensive training will be provided on cafe operations, event hosting, and specific duties related to the role.
• Ongoing support and guidance from the Surrey Heath Age Concern Events coordinator and fellow volunteers.

Join us in creating a warm and welcoming environment at Surrey Heath Age Concern’s Rainbow Cafe, where every Monday becomes an opportunity to foster community spirit and joy among our guests. If you’re passionate about making a difference and enjoy organising events, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding volunteer position.

For more information or to apply, please contact Sarah Jane Croke  manager@sh-ac.org.uk.