Kitchen Facilitator for Asylum Seekers: Good Faith

Role Title: Kitchen Facilitator for Asylum Seekers
Location: Kings Centre, Kings Square
Time Commitment: 3 hours (Weekly - During Term Time)
Reports To:  Holly Woodley (Welcome Hub Coordinator)
Please contact Project Lead (Joe Davies) if you are interested and would like to hear more: joseph.davies a_t goodfaith d_o_t org d_o_t uk
 

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Role Purpose
 

To support asylum seekers living in a nearby hotel by facilitating access to a shared kitchen space, enabling them to cook meals from their cultures and maintain a sense of dignity, independence, and well-being. The role will be a part of our wider work of befriending and supporting asylum seekers who live in Bristol city centre hotels.
 

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Key Responsibilities

• Welcome and support individuals during their kitchen sessions, providing a friendly and respectful presence.
• Help residents understand and follow kitchen safety and hygiene guidelines.
• Maintain clear communication with project coordinators regarding any issues or updates.
• Monitor the condition of the kitchen and report any maintenance or safety concerns.

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Skills & Attributes

• Empathy, patience, and respect for people from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to manage time and coordinate small groups.
• Comfortable with basic kitchen operations and safety standards.
• Awareness of (or willingness to learn about) the asylum system and associated challenges.

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Training & Support

• Full induction and training on kitchen policies, safeguarding, and cultural awareness.
• Ongoing supervision and support from the project team.
• Reimbursement for agreed travel expenses.