Volunteers are the lifeblood of a successful Auskick program

The activities that run each week at Hawthorn Auskick rely on parent helpers.

All parents and carers are expected to:

• be in attendance for the entirety of each session every week

• assist with the canteen and BBQ when rostered

• support and encourage participants, coaches and organisers.

Canteen and BBQ Roster

The canteen and BBQ run by the centre are an important part of the Auskick experience.

Every family will be rostered on to help for one morning each season. Twelve helpers will be assigned to assist with the canteen and BBQ each week. Mornings are divided into two shifts (8:30am-9:45am or 9:45am-11.30am) and various tasks will be assigned by the registrar.

Responsibilities for the early shift (8:30am-9:45am) include:

• checking the ground for hazards (glass, dog poo) before the kids arrive

• setting up the BBQ and canteen

• opening and cleaning the portable toilets

• setting up the PA, sponsors tent and banners

• cooking and preparing the sausages and bread

• cooking and selling food in the canteen

• cutting the oranges and delivering.

Responsibilities for the later shift (9:45am-11:30am) include:

• serving sausages and drinks

• cleaning and packing up the BBQ and canteen

• cleaning and closing the portable toilets

• packing away the PA, sponsors tent and banners.