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Our Committees
These comprise of key members of the local community and all the positions undertaken are voluntary.
Our Board
Meets 4 times per year:
Peter Lynn (Chair), Bill Miller, Jim Stevens, Hugh Paterson, Tony Riome, Jim Paterson, Roy Birnie (Secretary), Ellen Hawkes (Vice Chair), Donald Finlayson, Jim Cooper.
Our Executive Committee
Meets every 4 weeks
Peter Lynn (Chair) Bill Miller, Jim Stevens, Hugh Paterson, Tony Riome, Jim Paterson, Roy Birnie (Secretary), Ellen Hawkes (Vice Chair), Donal Finlayson, Jim Cooper, Andrea Hutchison.
Alan Murray
It is with great sadness that we have to report the passing of our Funding and Community Development Manager, Alan Murray, after a short illness. Alan was instrumental in setting up the Carrick Centre and in securing the funding needed to equip and operate the Centre, so generously leased to us by Maybole Parish Church. Under his leadership the Centre has progressed to become the hub of community life here in Maybole. The community owes him a lasting debt, and he is greatly missed by our staff and volunteers here in the Centre, as well as by the wider community. We shall not see his like again.
Meet the Team
Say hello to our friendly staff
You’ll find a warm welcome from all the team at the Centre.
At reception meet Andrea our Centre Manager and Karen our Office Administrator who will be happy to help with any enquiries or suggestions for the Centre or if you would like to get involved we have plenty of opportunities and would love to have you on board.
Then on in to our Café you will meet our friendly team of chefs & waiting staff who provide a great menu and service.
Andrea Hutchison Centre Manager
Andrea is responsible for the day to day operation of the Centre, working with the staff and volunteers to provide the best service to our customers.
In addition, Andrea works in conjunction with the training, youth and marketing project team, developing the skill base for current and future service requirements and the business development and promotion of the Centre's activities.
Karen Mitchell Office Administrator
Karen ensures the smooth running of the Centre office and is responsible for our Reception and Bookings. Karen is also the first point of contact for our customers and can help with any enquiries they may have.
As well as supporting Alan, Andrea, volunteers, other staff and Board members as required, Karen also has responsibility for the SAGE accounting system and the provision of management accounting and financial information to the Treasurer and the Company Accountants to enable financial control of the business and the production of year end accounts.
Jim Stevens Finance
Jim is a volunteer Director and the company Treasurer. He works closely with the Centre Manager, the Administrator, and various staff members to maintain control of the company’s finances, including special projects. He offers advice as required in operational matters, and provides an operational link to the Board. He provides financial information and advice to the Board on a regular and timely basis, and assists the company’s accountants in the preparation of year end accounts and the annual return to the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR).
Maureen Park Catering Supervisor
We are delighted to welcome Maureen to The Carrick Centre. She brings with her a wealth of experience in hospitality and a desire to help develop and grow the centre. With new ideas, new menus and a delicious carrot cake she is certainly making her mark.
Gordon Graham Assistant Catering Supervisor
A fantastic asset to the team. He provides quality catering as well as structured training for our volunteers and trainees.
