Old London Road Cafe is a new independent business, a hidden gem just off Kingston High Street and we aim to stand out from other like businesses in the area through guest satisfaction, inspired baristas, fine coffee, ambience, and value for money.
Old London Road Cafe exists to serve every guest the best variety of great coffee, fresh food, at a reasonable price, in an easy, airy, attractive, and clean environment. Our talented baristas use only fresh, top-quality ingredients, while being skillful and striving to consistently deliver pleasant, knowledgeable, and efficient service.
JOB ROLE
We are looking for a 16+ Front of House Staff to join our dynamic team. We're looking for people who have a passion for the hospitality industry and who are willing to learn quickly. The successful candidate will possess the ability to remain calm under pressure and will be an excellent representative of our company's values. This position will offer flexible hours, and would be ideal for students or graduates. The role will encompass part-time hours, and so would be ideal for students or those looking for additional experience without a multi-faceted hospitality role.
As a member of the Front of House team, you will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for our patrons, while demonstrating excellent knowledge of all common areas in a cafe premises. Your primary responsibilities will include: preparation and serving of food and drinks; preparation and serving of food items such as sandwiches, salads and hot food; engaging with customers, maintaining a clean and organised work area; and upholding high standards of customer service. By delivering efficient service and fostering a friendly atmosphere, you will contribute to the overall success and reputation of the business.
You will be expected to follow company policies and procedures, with particular attention to health and safety, licensing, and equality and diversity. To further your development and knowledge you will be expected to attend training as necessary. Key responsibilities include:
Providing excellent customer service to all patrons of the cafe.
Preparing and serving coffee, non-alcoholic, and alcoholic beverages.
Preparing and serving food items, such as paninis, sandwiches, and hot food items.
Operating point-of-sale systems and handling credit and debit card transactions.
Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the premises.
Checking identification and enforcing age restrictions for alcohol service.
Assisting in maintaining stock levels, restocking, and replenishing supplies as needed.
Participating in regular training sessions to improve service quality and product knowledge.
Adhering to all legal and regulatory requirements related to alcohol service, health and safety, and licensing laws.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
At Old London Road Cafe, we are committed to providing equal opportunities in all areas of work and business. We want people to achieve their best, which will in turn positively impact on our customers and the communities in which we live and work. Our aim is to embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do to create an environment where our employees feel safe to be their authentic self without having to downplay or change parts of their identity. We celebrate diversity in all forms and empower employees to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract
Pay: 10.00-12.21 per hour
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Flexitime
Store discount
Physical Setting:
Cafe
Shift:
Day shift
Work days:
Weekends only
Experience:
Food handling: 1 year (required)
Barista: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
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