Job Summary:
We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Barista/ Café Assistant to join our team. Shifts are predominately Mon - Fri although some weekends are required to cover holidays etc. As a Café Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our café. Your main responsibilities will be customer focused taking orders, making hot and cold handcrafted drinks to our recipes & method, using a till, cleaning & washing dishes , some food preparation, maintaining food safety standards, assisting customers, and managing your time effectively. This is an all year round position. Due to our location a driving licence is necessary.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and serve beverages to customers in a friendly and efficient manner
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness of work areas
- Assist customers with menu selection and provide recommendations
- Handle cash transactions and operate the cash register accurately
- Maintain inventory levels and restock items as needed
- Clean tables, chairs, and other cafe areas as well as washing dishes to ensure a clean and inviting environment.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure excellent customer service
- Follow company policies and procedures at all times
Skills:
- Ability to learn and follow direction accurately
- Previous Barista experience
- Food safety: Knowledge of or willingness to learn proper food handling procedures to maintain hygiene standards
- Basic math skills: Ability to perform simple calculations for cash handling purposes
- Helpfulness: Willingness to assist customers with their needs and provide excellent service
- Time management: Ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable, resilient and capable of working in a fast paced busy environment.
If you are passionate about providing exceptional customer service in a cafe setting, we would love to hear from you.
We do not offer accommodation.
Please make sure before applying that you are within travelling distance and are aware of where we are located.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Hospitality: 1 year (required)
- customer service: 1 year (required)
- Barista experience: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Oban (required)
Work Location: In person