Café All-Rounder – The Potting Shed Café
Markeaton Garden Centre, Derby
The Potting Shed Café is a busy, independent café at the heart of Markeaton Garden Centre, well-known for its hearty breakfasts, light lunches, and homemade cakes. We're looking for a Café All-Rounder to join our friendly team.
This is a varied role where you'll spend time both in the kitchen and front of house – perfect if you enjoy being involved in all parts of a café's day-to-day running.
What you'll be doing
* Assisting in the kitchen with breakfast and lunch preparation
* Helping bake and prepare our homemade cakes and counter treats
* Serving customers at the counter and taking orders
* Making drinks – barista coffee skills are a bonus (training available if needed)
* Clearing tables, washing up, and keeping all areas tidy
* Supporting the team to keep the café running smoothly
What we're looking for
* Kitchen experience is essential – you must be confident cooking in a café, or similar environment
* A positive, hands-on attitude – happy to work wherever needed
* Friendly, approachable manner with good customer service skills
* Barista experience is preferred (but not essential – we can train you)
* Flexibility to work alternate weekends as part of the rota
Why you'll love working with us
* No late nights – our café closes by late afternoon
* Competitive pay to suit your experience
* Share of tips
* Supportive, family-run team environment
* Varied role with a mix of kitchen and front-of-house work – no two days are the same
Details
* Part-time roll, up to 30 hours per week
* Location: The Potting Shed Café, Markeaton Garden Centre, Markeaton Lane, Derby
If you love good food, enjoy working with people, and like variety in your day, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From £12.21 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Derby DE22 4NH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Kitchen: 1 year (required)
* Catering: 1 year (required)
* Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person