No experience is needed, but we’d love to hear from you if you’re:happy to work in a team or on your own initiativea people person, who cares about giving great serviceenthusiastic and willing to learnFood & Beverage Team MemberBenefits: We want to help you look after the things that matter to you, such as saving for your future, getting a discount on your weekly shop, or encouraging you to find a work-life balance. Please read our package, below, to see what benefits we offer you. To find out more about what it’s like to work in a food and beverage team for the National Trust, click here to watch our video. You will be working as part of the kitchen team, supporting food preparation and service in a busy cafe environment. Duties will include baking items such as pasties and sausage rolls, replenishing the hot food display, assisting chefs during service and helping maintain a clean and organised kitchen.The role also involves supporting the flow of service between the kitchen and cafe to ensure a smooth and efficient operation.We’ll give you an induction that fits the job, and training in allergens and food safety, plus any mentoring needed to help you in your role. You can sign up for further professional training and development if you wish. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in helping create a great experience for our visitors.Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is helpful but not essential, as full training will be provided.The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 24 May 2026 To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 175124IRC175124EastbourneFixed Term p/t (until 31/10/26)Ends: May 24th The National Trust is renowned for its food and hospitality. We run 185 cafes, tea-rooms and restaurants all over England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and we'd love you to join us. We’re looking for a Food and Beverage Team Member. In this role, you’d be making a real difference to the work of the National Trust, as well as helping to give people a memorable day out. This location is in a rural area, so please think about how you’d get here for work, before applying for the job. Contract type: This is a zero-hour contract. Offering flexible hours, approximately 30 hours per week. While hours are not guaranteed, we aim to provide a consistent working pattern where possible. Contract duration: This position is fixed term ending on 31st October, with a possibility of extending. Hours/Working pattern: Typical shifts are 8.30am to 3.00pm (including a 30 minute break), working around 3 - 5 days a week depending on business needs. During peak periods, such as school holidays or when covering annual leave it is likely you will be working 5 days a week.This role includes regular weekend and Bank Holiday working as part of the rota. Salary: £12.75 per hour For this role, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information on the role.Birling Gap, East Dean, Eastbourne, BN20 0ABCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK12.75 per hour