Job Description

CAFE & BAR ASSISTANTS

CASUAL

(zero hours) - ad hoc shifts - 12.21 ph

For the stability of Cafe staffing, candidates should have the right to work in the UK for a minimum of one year.

We are looking to appoint Cafe & Bar Assistants to our team. Reporting to the Cafe Services & Bar Manager, the post holders will contribute to the continued success of our cafe, bar and events:

This is not a development role so extensive bar, waiting and cooking experience is essential

as you will be required to hit the ground running; preparing, as well as serving, food and carrying out bar service during larger events as part of the role

As bar service is required you

MUST

be over 18

A commitment to excellent customer services is essential

Reliability is essential

The Assistant will be working under the Cafe Manager's guidance to:

Deliver exceptional service and support new strategies to encourage returning and new customers.

Deliver friendly, personalised attention towards each customer, welcome and explain the menu to determine the customer's food and beverage interest and needs.

Undertake the preparation of food and beverages following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques including allergens

Take customer orders accurately

Serve food and beverages to customers

Adhere to food hygiene procedures at all times as instructed

Offer all cafe customers equal access and opportunity in receiving a high standard of service

Operate EPOS till, accurately when processing customer sales

Receiving customer payments by cash and card

Ensure all tables, surfaces and equipment are kept clean and operational

Encourage add on sales

Assist with meeting daily financial targets as set by the Cafe Manager

Full JD at https://firstsite.uk/jobs/

PLEASE NOTE: Where we are advertising for Casual Workers you should be aware that this is not the same work arrangement as contracted employees. There are no set roles or hours/days of work. Shifts may be offered to you on an "ad hoc" basis, as and when there is a requirement for work to be done. You are free to accept or decline such offers of work. You are not guaranteed any or a minimum level of work and we are under no obligation to offer you further or particular periods of work.

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Colchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Hospitality: 2 years (required) Customer service: 2 years (required) Bartending: 2 years (required) Barista: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 26/08/2025