Cafe Volunteers

Job description

CAFÉ VOLUNTEERS – We’re Brewing Something Special in Erdington

Join a Team that’s making a real difference, one cuppa at a time!

Start your volunteer journey with Birmingham Hospice, the city’s leading provider of compassionate end-of-life care.

Location: Rookery House, Erdington

Role: Cafe Volunteer: Create warm moments by serving delicious coffee, tea and tasty treats while sparking friendly conversations that brighten someone’s day.

About Birmingham Hospice

For over 100 years, Birmingham Hospice has been caring for people with life-limiting illnesses across Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell. We believe everyone deserves dignity, comfort and choice at the end of life. Every day, we support around 670 patients and their families, whether in our hospices, in the community, or in their own homes.

Why this café matters

Our new Hive in the Park café will be a warm, welcoming space where local people can enjoy affordable food and drinks, connect with others, and feel part of the community. By volunteering, you’ll help create a place of friendship and support and belonging.

We are looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers who would like to assist us in the day to day running of the community café!

What will I do?

• Serve drinks and meals, help with serving customers and using the till.
• Keep the café tidy and welcoming. Be a friendly face for visitors.

What do I need?

• Basic kitchen, numeracy and IT skills.
• A friendly, approachable attitude. You will be part of a friendly, team and there will always be someone nearby to lend a helping hand.
• Good communication and teamwork. Reliability and willingness to learn
• (An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants).

When and where?

Set in Rookery House, in the beautiful Rookery Park, Erdington, our café will be open seven days a week, Monday to Friday 8am – 4pm, Saturday 9am to 2.30pm and Sunday 10am to 2.30pm

What’s in it for me?

• Make a real difference in your community.
• Receive training and ongoing support.
• Gain experience and develop new skills such as food and hygiene or barista training.
• Meet new people and join a diverse, friendly team.

Ready to join us?

Be part of something truly meaningful. Contact us today and help make every moment matter!

Contact details: anna.shiels@birminghamhospice.org.uk Telephone: 07816 250543

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

22-12-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English