Coffee Shop Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are recruiting for a Coffee Shop Assistant to work at our busy coffee shop within Forde Abbey House and Gardens.
Working as part of a dedicated team, you will appreciate the atmosphere and pleasures that this beautiful historical house and gardens provide for our visitors. If you thrive on a challenge, you will love the fact that there is never a dull moment in store and always tasks to be done.
Above all else, our Assistants are the face of our business, providing great service to our loyal visitors. If you have a natural flair for providing outstanding customer service and are looking to become part of strong team working 2-3 days per week, some weekends and Bank Holidays, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Duties will include:
Serve our customers
Helping customers with product enquiries and taking orders
Serving on the Front of House and helping with pot wash duties
The ideal candidate will:
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
This role will involve heavy lifting and a lot of walking
You should have access to reliable transport since there is no public transport. You will be expected to wear black trousers and comfortable shoes; a uniform top will be provided. Training will be given.
Benefits: Free parking - Discount in the Gift Shop. Free access for you & your family to the Garden and House when not on duty
Salary – National Minimum Wage
Please include your CV along with your telephone/mobile number, current postal and email address, so we can contact you to arrange an interview as soon as possible.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: £5.28-£10.42 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Physical setting:
- Coffee shop
Shift:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Coffee Shop Assistant roles across Forde Abbey House & Gardens's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £5 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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