Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Cafe All-Rounder/Barista

Based in Streatham / Tulse Hill, London SW2

Min. 20 hours a week/7 days (must be able to work Saturdays) with flexible additional hours available. Evenings may be required depending on the demands of the business

Training & Development Opportunities

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic all-rounder for a new neighbourhood-community cafe in a brand new development. This is a great opportunity for you to make your mark on this project, whilst making a difference to people's lives.

This cafe is a social enterprise project run by a Lambeth based charity called Rathbone. The cafe will employ people with learning disabilities and train them for careers in the catering industry, as well as, operate as a fully commercial venture.

Key Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have Barista experience, along with a passion for quality food and great drinks.

You will work closely with the Chef and the Cafe Manager to come up with creative and innovative offers. As back of house, you will be expected to cook and prepare our menu, with the support of other staff.

Working with trainees and students and their learning/support provider

Fulfilling Front and Back of House duties, providing exceptional customer service

Operating the coffee machine and kitchen equipment

Update Social Media and Cafe website

Prepare food and beverages

To be responsible for the cleanliness and hygiene standards of the food service areas, ensuring all aspects of the Food Safety Act are maintained

To attend regular team meetings and events with other members of the senior staff and other projects within the building

To work within the values, policies and procedures of the Rathbone charity

Requirements

Full understanding / training in front of house operations

Barista experience (additional training available)

Basic food preparation (training will be provided if needed)

Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations

Excellent organisation and time management skills

The ability to work with a number of different groups and project sharing the same building

Strong communication skills

Exceptional customer service skills

Flexibility and willingness to undertake various tasks and projects

All appointments subject to our safeguarding procedures including pre-employment checks and an enhanced DBS.

If you are interested in applying, or would like more information about the post, please email an up to date CV to j.piskorz@rathbonesociety.org.uk

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.85 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

London SW2 3HS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Barista or Front/Back of House: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person