Opportunities at Kingston Voluntary Action

Community Café Supervisor
 
We're looking for an enthusiastic, organised and customer-focused Café Supervisor to help launch and shape this exciting new venture from day one.


About the Role

As Café Supervisor, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the café, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere, excellent customer service and smooth front and back-of-house operations.

Working closely with the Chef, Café Assistant and our team of dedicated volunteers, you'll play a key role in creating a vibrant, inclusive community space where everyone feels welcome.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with hospitality experience who is passionate about people, community and making a difference.

About You

We’re looking candidates with business acumen who:

  • Previous experience working in a café, hospitality or catering environment
  • Experience using a till and handling cash transactions
  • Experience managing stock and deliveries
  • Hands-on experience operating professional coffee machines
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organisational abilities
  • Understanding of food hygiene, health and safety requirements
  • Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate
  • Self-motivation and ability to use your own initiative
  • Flexibility to work weekends and occasional evenings

Why Join Us?

KVA is a well-established and respected organisation supporting the voluntary and community sector in Kingston. We’re an ambitious and growing team with a strong focus on collaboration, innovation, and community impact.

Inclusive Recruitment

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

For more information about the role please contact Eneida on 020 8255 3335

Closing Date: Tuesday, 26 July, midday
Notification of an interview: Friday, 1 August
Interviews: 7 and 14 August

How to Apply

Apply here

You can also post the completed application form to: Sue Doherty, Kingston Voluntary Action, Siddeley House, 50 Canbury Park Road, Kingston KT2 6LX. Should you have any questions about the role, please ring Eneida Capaldi on 0208 255 3335.

The Larch is seeking volunteers to assist us in running our social club for adults with autism. Please see Larch Volunteering - Kingston Eco-op
To apply for the Larch, please click here. To discuss volunteering at the Larch, call Leeni Szalay-Winter on 07393378833 or email leeni@kingstoneco-op.org.uk

The Buddy Scheme is seeking volunteers to support our service users by accompanying them to various leisure activities. Please see Buddy Scheme Volunteering.
For more information, please call 020 8255 8068 or email buddyscheme@kva.org.uk 

Kingston Surplus Hub is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our hub in a variety of hands-on roles: Please see Kingston Surplus Food Hub Volunteering.
For more information, please e-mail emma.idris@kva.org.uk.

If you would like to volunteer with Kingston Voluntary Action, please fill out the form below: 
KVA Volunteering Expression of Interest

Other Opportunities in the Sector

Home-Start RKH is currently recruiting a Fundraising Volunteer Role + Impact and Operations Manager. For more information, please contact  jointheteam@homestart-rkh.org.uk. 

Kingston Carers Network are recruiting for Volunteers - a range of roles.
Barnfield RDA  are recruiting volunteers for weekday sessions.

 

Kingston Disability Network are recruiting for a Treasurer and External Communications/Social Media Manager - both roles voluntary.