Job Title: Baker / Kitchen Assistant
Location: Café Vegu
About Us
Café Vegu is a vibrant, plant-based Korean café dedicated to serving fresh, wholesome, and creative dishes. We pride ourselves on quality, consistency, and a friendly working environment where every team member is valued.
The Role
We are looking for a passionate and reliable Baker / Kitchen Assistant to join our kitchen team. This is a varied role that starts in the morning as our baker, preparing cookies, cakes, and other baked goods for the day. From late morning through the rest of the shift, you'll work closely with our Head Chef to assist with the lunch menu — from prep to plating.
There is scope for training and development for the right candidate, with opportunities to take on more responsibility and occasionally step up when needed.
Key Responsibilities
* Morning baking: preparing cookies, cakes, and other bakery items to café standards
* Supporting the Head Chef with lunch service and menu preparation
* General kitchen duties, including prep, service, and cleaning
* Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and presentation
* Taking initiative and contributing ideas to menu development when appropriate
What We're Looking For
* Previous kitchen or bakery experience
* A passion for food, baking, and plant-based cooking
* Reliability, strong work ethic, and attention to detail
* Flexibility and a proactive approach to supporting the team
* Willingness to learn and grow within the role
What We Offer
* Competitive pay, based on experience
* On-the-job training and development opportunities
* A supportive, inclusive, and creative work environment
* Staff meals and discounts
If you're passionate about baking and enjoy working in a friendly, fast-paced kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Please send your CV along with a short cover note telling us why you'd be a great fit for Café Vegu.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.60-£13.25 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 35 per week
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
Experience:
* Kitchen: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person