So ….. why would you want to volunteer at the Sycamore Tree? Well – there are several reasons – some practical and some less so. If you’re looking to find work and you want some demonstrated experience in the field of hospitality, then we’re a great place to start. We offer training in both front of house and kitchen and coffee-making, and we can act as a reference for you if you seek employment elsewhere. But – and possibly more importantly – we offer a great opportunity to work with good people, to develop social skills and to enjoy your work. We have a lot of long-term volunteers who work with us because we enjoy our time together and looking after customers.
If you’d like to volunteer with us, read the steps below and download the relevant documents.
HOW TO BECOME A SYCAMORE TREE VOLUNTEER
- Have a Working With Children Card (WWCC), or be prepared to apply for a Volunteer WWCC – noting the Uniting Church in Australia as the organisation, with the address listed as 130 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Vic, 3000
- Be familiar with the Volunteer Position Description (see download link below)
- Attend an interview with the Sycamore Tree Cafe Manager. The Volunteer is given the Sycamore Tree Volunteer Contract & Conditions.
- Upon being accepted, the Volunteer signs the Sycamore Tree Volunteer Contract & Conditions.
- The Volunteer will complete a Volunteer Training Session, conducted by the Sycamore Tree Manager or a representative.
- The Volunteer will complete the Uniting Church Volunteer Induction Module on the online portal.
- The Volunteer will complete the Safe Church Training module within 6 months of becoming a volunteer.
DOCUMENTS FOR DOWNLOAD AND READING
QUESTIONS? QUERIES? JUST NEED TO CONNECT ABOUT VOLUNTEERING?
If you have any further questions, or would like to apply to be a volunteer, send us an email at: sycamore@banyuleuc.org.au