To support the daily operations of a busy café, ensuring high standards of food hygiene, customer service, and efficiency. A key part of this role involves working alongside, supporting, and mentoring individuals with learning difficulties and/or autism, promoting a positive and inclusive working environment.
Key Responsibilities:Café/Kitchen Duties:
* Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold food and beverages.
* Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in all kitchen and café areas, including dishwashing and sanitising.
* Operate café equipment (coffee machines, microwaves, tills and ovens).
* Follow food safety and health & safety regulations at all times.
* Restock supplies and assist with stock rotation and inventory checks.
* Handle customer orders and payments in a friendly, professional manner.
* Follow established procedures for the setup and close-down of the café daily.
* Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations and efficient service.
Mentoring & Support Responsibilities:
* Work alongside individuals with learning difficulties and/or autism, modelling appropriate workplace behaviours.
* Provide practical support, guidance and encouragement in kitchen and café tasks.
* Adapt instructions and tasks to individual needs and learning styles.
* Promote independence and confidence by fostering skill development and positive social interactions.
* Maintain professional boundaries and follow safeguarding policies and procedures.
* Liaise with supervisors and support staff to provide feedback on individual progress and support needs.
Person Specification:
Essential:
* Experience in a café, kitchen, or food service environment.
* Basic food hygiene knowledge or willingness to obtain certification.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Empathy, patience, and a genuine interest in supporting people with learning difficulties and/or autism.
* Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting.
* Team player with a positive, inclusive attitude.
* Basic math skill.
* Time management skill.
Desirable:
* Experience working with or supporting individuals with additional needs.
* Understanding of autism and/or learning difficulties in a workplace setting.
* Food Hygiene Level 2 (or willingness to obtain).
* Previous mentoring or coaching experience.
We offer competitive pay rates, flexible scheduling options, and opportunities to help develop your career. If you are passionate about providing exceptional customer service in a cafe setting, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Cafe or Kitchen Assistant
Summary
We are looking for a friendly and reliable Café/Kitchen Assistant to join our busy café. You should be fully flexible to work any shift during operational opening hours of Monday - Friday 9am - 8pm, Saturday 9am - 5pm and Sunday 10am - 5pm. In addition to preparing and serving food and drinks and maintaining high standards of hygiene and customer service, this role involves working alongside and mentoring individuals with learning difficulties and/or autism. The ideal candidate will have experience in food service, excellent communication skills, and a genuine interest in supporting others in a positive and inclusive work environment. Training will be provided, and a basic Access NI check is required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £7.55-£12.21 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 16 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 06/07/2025