Refreshment & Catering Volunteer – Newcastle Hospice

Be the welcoming face of our hospice as a Volunteer Receptionist where your kindness and support will make a difference

Transform mealtimes by supporting with the following:

  • Prepare and serve drinks
  • Serve meals to patients
  • Refill water jugs with ice and water
  • Clear meal trays and load the dishwasher
  • Support the catering team by maintaining cleanliness of the ward kitchen and communal areas

What you'll gain:

  • Full training, including Level 2 Food Hygiene Training
  • Induction, shadowing opportunity, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
  • Recognition for your time and effort
  • Updates on the difference you’re making
  • Long Service Awards · Be part of the UK’s leading end-of-life charity Perks:
  • Travel expenses reimbursed
  • Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more

Your contribution will assist in streamlining daily duties to allow the hospice to operate smoothly, making a real difference for those in our care and the staff that support them.

Availability: 2 hours (or more) any weekday or weekend

Time:

  • Breakfast 7.30 -9.30
  • Lunch 12:00 - 14:00
  • Tea 17:00 - 18.30

Criteria:

  • Minimum 18 years of age.
  • A Criminal Record Check is required for this opportunity - Marie Curie will cover the cost of this.

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Skills

  • Friendly with a positive attitude
  • Courteous and helpful manner
  • Comfortable talking to people from all walks of life
  • Team spirit - positively engage with others in the ward and catering team
  • You want to make a positive impact

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    18 plus
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 19/03/2026

End Date: 03/11/2027

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Location

Marie Curie Hospice Newcastle
Marie Curie Drive
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 6SS

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