Cafe Chat

14 Mar 2023

Name: Kylie Hooper
Role: Dinosaur mascot for D’cafe Front of house, making coffee, food and serving
What's your background: I was born in NSW then moved to Cairns almost 12 years ago and I love the place.
When and why did you join the Foundation’s café team: I joined the Hospital Foundation over seven years ago. I first joined the team as a casual and then moved to part time. I love working with everyone and making new friends with the beautiful team of people.
Star sign: Gemini
Interests: Dancing on the weekend with my girls, being a mum.
What do you enjoy about your role here: Working with all the beautiful staff in both cafes and seeing all the friendly faces of the public when they come into the cafe. watching my workmates shake their booties!

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