Community Cafe assistant

Te Whare Roimata is seeking a reliable and community-minded volunteer to join our Tiny Shops Village Cafe team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with people, has a warm and patient approach, and wants to contribute to a welcoming and inclusive neighbourhood space.

You will help with the day to day running of our small low-cost community cafe. Tasks include:

Preparing and serving simple food items

Making hot and cold drinks

Cash handling and customer service (no eftpos)

Keeping the cafe area clean, tidy, and welcoming while consistently adhering to our food license regulations and requirements.

Experience in food safety or community work is a bonus but not required as all training will be provided.

You will work closely with and take direction from the Cafe Coordinator, ensuring the cafe operates smoothly and provides a supportive environment for everyone who visits.

We’d love to hear from you if you have an interest in supporting members of the community in this grassroots project. You will be able to demonstrate empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental attitude. You will be gently supported with your own goals by the cafe coordinator and project coordinator as well as be warmly welcomed by other volunteers and the community.

We are looking for someone who can commit to around 8 hours per week between the hours of 10am-2pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

If you would like to make a meaningful difference in the Inner City East community and join our fun team, we would love to hear from you!

Please email Georgina at tinyshopsvillage@gmail.com with your CV if you have one, and which days/hours you would like to volunteer. As we work with vulnerable members of the community we do ask that you disclose any criminal convictions you may have upon signing up to be a volunteer. Looking forward to meeting you!