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  • Community Cafe Volunteer
    with Kirkcaldy YMCA

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO102447 - Created/last updated: 24/03/2025



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    About this opportunity:Kirkcaldy YMCA provides local children, young people, families and individuals with a programme of activities, groups and support services which helps enable their personal growth, development and involvement in the wider community.

    They are a registered charity and have operated in the Kirkcaldy area for over 165 years.

    This role involves someone who can assist in the preparation of food for the community café activities, and projects. The Kitchen / Cafe Volunteer should have knowledge (or be willing to learn about) food safety and hygiene. A REHIS Food Handling Certificate would be preferred but full training will be given.

    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:Training will be offered and adapted to suit individuals experience.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Volunteer travel expenses will be reimbursed on a weekly basis.

    Experience required:No specific requirements for experience were provided by the organisation.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Interview; PVG membership required; References; Trial Period

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsKirkcaldy YMCA Gallatown Hub, Oswald Road, Kirkcaldy, KY1 3EZ

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

    What Now?

    To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form:

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Kirkcaldy YMCA has the following, additional volunteering opportunities:
  - Community Fridge Volunteer
  - Gallatown Group Volunteer (Outdoor)

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