Q & A with Scarlett Jennings from L’Arte Central Cafe

Scarlett from L'Arte Central Social Enterprise Cafe. PICTURE STEWART CHAMBERS 401607_01

Tell us about yourself and your jobs?

My name is Scarlett and I love learning new things. Since finishing school at Emerson School in Dandenong I have followed my dreams to work in hospitality. With the support of the NDIS, I have successfully gained employment at L’arte Central Cafe and the Amstel Club, both in Cranbourne. Both workplaces are highly supportive and taught me new skills. I also volunteer at a local Salvos store on Saturdays. To say I’m very busy is an understatement but I love everything I do.

What do you love the most about your jobs?

All my jobs teach me valuable skills and I love that every day is so different. From serving coffee and meals, taking orders and clearing tables, to helping people find items in the store. I particularly like working on the registers and working on my money skills. Working in fantastic teams is wonderful and I love meeting new people in the community every day.

What has been your most memorable moment during your jobs?

I have had lots of memorable moments but something I am really proud of is getting my Barista Certificate.

If you were an animal, what animal would you be?

I think I would like to be a cheetah as they are very fast, a bit like me.

What were you like as a kid?

Surprisingly as a young child, I was quite shy nothing like I am now…lol. I loved spending time with my family and friends. As a child, I used to play shops and cafes all the time. I even had my own cash register and my family used to have to visit my shop/cafe!

What event, past or present, would you like to witness?

I am a passionate Sydney Swans supporter and have been to a few AFL Grand Finals. I would love to see the Swans actually win a Grand Final one day.

Which dinner guests, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner?

Taylor Swift, Isaac Heeney, Lance Franklin, Pink.

What three words would your friends use to describe you?

Hardworking, independent, confident.

What would you do on your perfect ‘day off’?

I would spend the day hanging out with some of my close friends.

Where is your happy place?

My happy place is at home where I can relax and be with my pets.

If you had to compete on MasterChef, what dish would you cook?

My special white chocolate cookies … they are delicious.

Where is your dream holiday destination?

Disney Land.