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Cafe Assistant

Cafe Assistant

Civic Recruitment Limited • Preston, England, UK
27 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description

1month contract with a Local Authority

Job Title: Cafe Assistant

Job Purpose

To prepare and cook food to a high standard in a busy and popular café environment. The role requires an organised efficient and reliable individual who can work calmly under pressure while maintaining food quality hygiene and excellent kitchen operations. The successful candidate will support the daily running of the kitchen and ensure customers receive fresh well-presented meals in a timely manner.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare cook and present menu items consistently to a high standard.
  • Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Manage food preparation and service during busy periods while maintaining quality and efficiency.
  • Monitor stock levels and report shortages to management.
  • Assist with ordering receiving and storing deliveries correctly.
  • Maintain a clean organised and safe kitchen environment at all times.
  • Ensure all equipment is used safely and maintained appropriately.
  • Minimise food waste and contribute to cost-effective kitchen operations.
  • Work collaboratively with other kitchen and front-of-house team members.
  • Support with menu preparation and daily kitchen set-up and close-down procedures.
  • Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.


Experience Required

  • Previous experience working as a Chef Cook Kitchen Assistant Food Preparation Assistant or in a similar catering environment.
  • Experience preparing and cooking food in a fast-paced kitchen or café setting.
  • Ability to remain calm organised and productive during busy service periods.
  • Experience maintaining high food hygiene and cleanliness standards.
  • Experience working as part of a team is desirable.


Qualifications

Essential

  • Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food handling practices.
  • Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends as the café operates 7 days a week.

Desirable

  • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
  • Relevant catering hospitality or culinary qualification.
  • First Aid certification.


Skills & Attributes

  • Strong organisational skills.
  • Efficient and proactive approach to work.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.
  • Reliable punctual and hardworking.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Positive attitude and team-player mentality.
  • Passion for food preparation and customer satisfaction.

Additional Information

  • Location: Avenham Park Preston Lancashire PR1 8JT United Kingdom
  • Pay Rate: 17.50 per hour (Limited Company/Umbrella)
  • Hours: 24 hours per week
  • Working Pattern: Potentially 3 days per week with flexibility based on business needs
  • Contract Type: Temporary/ongoing opportunity
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Payment: Bi-weekly payment schedule
  • Start Date: Immediate start available

Closing Date: soon (early applications encouraged






Required Skills:

To support the delivery of a high-quality catering service by serving food maintaining food temperature controls and carrying out general housekeeping duties


Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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