Job Description

JOB TITLE: CATERING ASSISTANT/ CAFE CHEF AT HIVE COFFEE COMPANY

At Hive the brownies don't bake themselves and honestly we sell a lot of them, so we're looking for someone to give our bakes a boost and bring some extra creativity to our kitchen team. The perfect candidate is passionate about fresh produce, baking from scratch and working with lots of fresh produce.

We are looking for someone with kitchen experience in both preparation and kitchen service as a lot of meals are made fresh to order or have some experience and a great drive to learn on the job.

Usual working times are 7-3.30pm, 8-4pm or 11-close

Part-time 3 days a week, full-time 4-5 days a week.

Hive Coffee Company is open 9-4pm every day, opening later for School holidays and special events.

Applicants must be flexible to work weekdays and weekends. The successful candidate must be able to work Sundays.

30-35hrs available

As of 06.04.25 we pay 12.71 per hour 22+ for a catering assistant once fully trained within our kitchen in line with 50p more than National Living Wage.

Requirements:

experience working in a fast-paced environment with high demand

experience of working with fresh ingredients and cooking from scratch

good communication skills and able to work well with front of house

comfortable working in an open kitchen

work well as part of a team

passionate, positive attitude & hard working

recent Level 2 food hygiene certificate preferred

ability to adapt to seasonal menu changes

preferable experience working with a variety of dietary requirements including vegan and gluten free

attire and dress must be safe for working in a food environment i.e. no nail varnish or jewellery, long hair must be tied back and covered shoes. Chefs are supplied with aprons & hats for service.

adequate & convenient travel links to work - please research where we are based.

Job Tasks:

Morning food preparation

Baking fresh cakes and scones

Preparing fresh sandwiches & salads daily

Cooking to order all day breakfast and lunch menu

Complying with food hygiene procedures including food safety and cleaning

Assisting with orders

Recording food waste

Deep clean tasks

Dishes

Open & close down including cleaning all appliances and fixtures

Do you have what it bakes?

Please send an updated C.V. and cover letter to info@hivecoffeecompany.co.uk telling us why you think you'd be suitable for the role. We can't wait to hear from you.

We regret that we are unable to reply to unsuccessful applicants.

Hive Team

ABOUT HIVE COFFEE COMPANY

Hive Coffee Company is an independent coffee shop with a passion for providing fresh food and coffee daily, creating dishes from fresh ingredients and herbs grown on site. We cater to a variety of dietary requirements including vegan and gluten free; we even have snacks for dogs! Over the past 5 years we have established Hive as a place for friends and family to meet and escape the hussle and bussle of life. Our coffee shop is based in a grade II listed manor house with light furnishings and ceiling high windows overlooking Drewetts park and St Paul's Monastery. We also have plenty of outside picnic benches for some alfresco dining, perfect for hot sunny days.

We share a site with Jarrow Hall Anglo-Saxon Farm Village and Bede Museum where there is plenty of history to explore, and The Herb Garden which hosts a range of Anglo-Saxon and medieval herbs to the rear of the coffee shop. Collectively the site provides a great day out for families and those wanted to learn about local culture.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 12.71 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking
Experience:

Chef: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person