"It was Kathrin's niece who told her about Vollpension. The 68-year-old applied for a job as a baker and was hired at the cafe in Vienna, Austria, in 2017. Eight years later, Kathrin is still baking at Vollpension following her mother-in-law's recipes, churning out treats like banana cream cake. She loves to experiment too, and finds a lot of inspiration on Pinterest for items like vegan brownies."
"Kathrin is a former nurse with children and grandchildren, and you might expect her to be slowing down. But even she's surprised "how much fun work can be, even at my age," she says. Kathrin has made friends during her time at Vollpension, including Margit ("People call us the twins"), and she's found a lot to love about working at the cafe. One of her biggest surprises since joining the staff is that "there are so many grandfathers who are great bakers.""
Vollpension is an intergenerational cafe in Vienna where half the staff are senior citizens who bake from personal recipes. Seniors, often called omas and opas, prepare traditional cakes and buns while interacting with guests. Employees like Kathrin, a 68-year-old former nurse, follow family recipes and also experiment with vegan and contemporary treats. Guests collect slices directly from the bakers, chat, and receive baking advice as part of the experience. Notable bakers have signature items and vivid life stories. The cafe's decor evokes a nostalgic grandparent living room with exposed brick and kitschy details.
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