Yeppoon cafe trains and employs people with disability, Emily urges others to give it a go

When many people are hitting snooze their alarms, Emily Slotosch jumps out of bed to prepare for her shift at the local cafe.

The 27-year-old never thought she would work two hospitality jobs.

“I am so proud of myself,” she said.

Ms Slotosch has a disability, which she describes as ability.

“It makes me shine, it makes me happy … it makes me proud.

Kris Hargrave owns and manages the Yeppoon cafe where Ms Slotosch works one day a week.

“Emily is an absolute whiz in the kitchen, so we know that’s where she’s comfortable — we want to build those skills and build that…