We are seeking hospitality volunteers to cover weekend sessions at our In-Patient Unit. Our hospitality volunteers work alongside the clinical and catering teams, supporting patients and their families. We provide a 24/7 food service in addition to set mealtimes.
We ask you to commit to at least one regular half-day weekly session. We have sessions available from:
Saturday:
PM: 12-3pm
PM: 3-6pm
Sunday:
AM: 8:30am-12pm
PM: 12-3pm
What you'll be doing:
Assist the chef by taking meal orders, communicating these to the chef, serving meals to patients, and assisting with any clearing away.
Help with keeping the kitchen tidy. This may include disposing of uneaten food, stacking and emptying the dishwasher, and wiping down surfaces.
Replenish patient water jugs throughout the day, providing them on a tray.
Wipe down bedside tables.
Provide tea and coffee to those who have requested it.
Ensure visitors have food and drink if required.
Take payments for visitor meals.
Keep the lounge and cosy kitchen areas clean and tidy.
Your Skills and Abilities:
Warm and caring nature with a desire to help others manage day to day living.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with a diverse group of patients and colleagues.
Understand the need to take particular precautions in working alongside patients with palliative care needs and at the end of life.
Maturity and self-awareness regarding the emotional impact of working with death and dying.
Well-organised.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
What's in it for you?
The opportunity to develop and extend your skills, gain experience in palliative care and in working in a healthcare setting.
Full Training and support will be provided.
Work with a friendly team and be part of the Isabel family
Support your local community
Contribute to the provision of care to our patients
Comprehensive induction and training
Support with your career goals and personal development
Opportunities to learn from long-term volunteers and staff
Agreed upon travel expenses can be reimbursed
Please note that a full Enhanced DBS check will be carried out.
Thank you for supporting Isabel Hospice, your contribution is very much appreciated.
Please note this is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.