Cafe Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are seeking a highly motivated and customer-oriented Café Service Associate to join our vibrant café team. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for providing exceptional service, a talent for crafting delicious coffee beverages, and the ability to prepare appetizing food items. The primary responsibilities of this position include making coffee, serving customers with a positive attitude, and food preparation in the kitchen.
Responsibilities:
Food Preparation
- Preparing a variety of food Menu items, sandwiches, pastries, and other menu offerings.
- Follow food safety and hygiene guidelines to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and safety are maintained.
- Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure timely preparation and delivery of food orders.
- Maintain knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and any special dietary considerations or allergies.
Customer Service
- Greet customers in a friendly and professional manner, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Assist customers in selecting beverages and food items, providing recommendations when requested.
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and requests with empathy and prompt resolution.
- Accurately process customer orders, handle cash transactions, and operate the point-of-sale system
Coffee Preparation
- Coffee Preparation Expertly prepare and serve a variety of coffee and tea beverages, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Maintain a clean and organized coffee station, including regular cleaning and restocking of supplies.
Cleanliness and Maintenance
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including the dining area, kitchen, and storage areas.
- Ensure all equipment, utensils, and surfaces are properly cleaned and sanitized.
- Monitor inventory levels of coffee beans, ingredients, and supplies, reporting any shortages to the manager.
- Assist with restocking shelves, refrigerators, and display cases.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a café or food service environment is preferred but not required.
- Exceptional customer service skills with a positive and friendly attitude.
- Knowledge of coffee brewing techniques and familiarity with various coffee beverages.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic food preparation and handling skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
If you have a passion for coffee, enjoy providing excellent customer service, and thrive in a dynamic team environment, we would love to hear from you.
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 16-24 per week
Salary: £7.50-£10.42 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
Day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Physical setting:
- Café
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 Cafe Assistant roles across Grindhousecoffee.co'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 £8 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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