Sarah’s Confident Start at Isabella’s Café

Sarah has recently embarked on an exciting new chapter, commencing work experience at Isabella’s Café in Portland. As a participant in the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) program, Sarah is gaining invaluable hands-on experience in a bustling hospitality environment with support from are-able. From her very first shift, Sarah demonstrated an incredible attitude and willingness to get involved, immediately helping the team manage a booking for 17 people. This enthusiastic start highlights her dedication and potential, showcasing her readiness to embrace new challenges and contribute positively from day one.

This opportunity at Isabella’s Café is proving to be a fantastic pathway for Sarah to build her confidence and develop essential workplace skills. Working in a supportive setting allows her to learn new tasks, interact with customers, and become an integral part of a team. The practical experience she is gaining, from serving patrons to assisting with daily operations, is crucial for her professional development within the IEA program. We are proud to walk alongside Sarah as she takes these significant steps towards her career goals, fostering her growth in a practical and encouraging environment where she feels valued and supported.

At are-able, we believe in creating opportunities that lead to real impact for people in our local communities. Our partnership with Isabella’s Café exemplifies how working together can empower individuals like Sarah to thrive. We work alongside employers to build inclusive workplaces, and Isabella’s Café is a wonderful example of a business committed to providing supportive environments. We are committed to supporting people to build skills, confidence, and pathways to meaningful work, and Sarah’s journey in the IEA program is a wonderful example of this mission in action, demonstrating the power of local support.

We look forward to seeing Sarah continue to flourish in her role.