Our Loving Family…

Employment is shown to help recovery from dependence,  increasing a sense of self worth, improving confidence & supporting the ability to make healthy decisions.

  • Lisa

    I'm bubbly and outgoing, with a caring nature, and I just love to dance and run. A mum to three gorgeous boys. My favourite drink has to be a white americano, if I'm pushing the boat out sometimes will have it iced haha.

    Lisa has now moved on to work within the Drugs & Alcohol service in York. She still comes back to help out when we need her!

  • Jamie

    I can be both loud and outgoing, or shy and quiet (as my mood takes me). I enjoy our boxing classes and I love to sing and dance whilst working at the café.

  • Kierin

    Quiet and cool, with a wicked sense of humour. I’m a huge Marvel fan, and love a milkshake or two!

    Kierin felt he was ready for a change and is no longer working with us. He stills calls to see us, bringing his cheeky smile & wicked sense of humour.

  • Stacey

    Bubbly and outgoing, I love to cook. I am also a huge football fan. I rely on my friends reminding me to behave, by saying "Princess Stacey”.

    Stacey moved back to her home town of Birmingham, and no doubt still practices her “Princess” number!

  • Linda

    A lover of all things chocolate, and am known as the stressy one of the team!

    Embarrassingly, I have my own jar of instant coffee under the counter, as I don't drink the real stuff!

  • Mariah

    I’m confident, warm and friendly. I love to see others do well, and (if pushed) I’d have to say my favourite drink is an iced berry cooler.

  • Shane

    An excellent pot washer!

    I'm kind and funny and I like a four shot latte.

    Shane no longer works with us, but pops by most weeks to say hi.

  • Abbie

    I adore being a mum to my gorgeous boys. I am loud, bubbly and caring. I can be very indecisive, but my favourite drink at the café has to be an iced caramel latte.

    Abbie is soon to be starting her new job in York’s drugs and alcohol service and we’re thankful to see her most days when she calls in to say hi.

  • Pippa

    I'm a huge cheerleader for our recovery community, and proud to be part of this magical chocolatey family.

    I'm also mummy/PA to baby Noah, who is often found in the café sipping on a babyccino. I'm afraid you'll need a pen and pad for my order... a decaf, oat, vanilla latte please!

  • Isaac

    Quiet & cool with a great sense of fun, I love a good sing & dance along at close down. My favourite drink is a vanilla oat milk flat white.

    Isaac went on to work in a lovely York restaurant, and has decided to return to the café to help out.

  • Tim

    Loud, outgoing and friendly. I am passionate about food, creating delicious dishes and I love a good mug of tea.

    Tim has moved onto pastures new and is now working for a national wholesaler.

  • Andy

    Quietly confident, a movie fanatic, my favourite drink is a white hot chocolate piled high with marshmallows.

    Andy was our very first team member and he moved on to work for a national hotel chain.

  • Tom

    I'm a good listener, quietly resourceful and enjoy spending my time creatively. I love gaming! My favourite drink is a good latte.

    Tom has now left us to explore new opportunities and interests.

  • Josh

    I'm a bit of a cheeky chappy but also have a very caring heart. I pay attention to detail and like things in order. My favourite lunch is a mac and cheese toastie with an iced caramel latte.

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