☀️ Community Cafe Assistant (Part Time)

Community Cafe Assistant – YMCA Community Cafe

£13.45 per hour.

We are seeking a dedicated and welcoming individual to join our team as a Community Cafe Assistant located at Lipscomb Hall in Cockfield. If you are passionate about providing exceptional service and helping your local community thrive, we encourage you to apply!

View the full role description here.

🌟 Is This Role for You?

• Do you have a desire to deliver excellent customer service and a “caring attitude” that makes everyone feel valued?
• Are you able to talk to people from all walks of life, from local residents to visiting VIPs?
• Do you want to work for an organisation where you can help people hope, belong, contribute, and thrive?

If you answered yes, we want to hear from you!

✅ What Will You Be Doing?

As a Community Cafe Assistant, you will be a vital part of our team, ensuring our food, drink, and cleanliness are “exceptional”. Your main responsibilities include:

• Food & Drink: Preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality meals and barista-style coffee.
• Creating Environment: Helping to maintain a safe, clean, and attractive cafe that the community actively seeks out.
• Supporting Others: Working alongside and supporting volunteers, learners, and apprentices as they gain catering qualifications.
• Daily Operations: Assisting with cashing up, record keeping, and stock taking to ensure smooth day-to-day delivery..

 🔑 What Skills and Experience Do You Need?

To be successful in this dynamic and impactful role, it is essential that you have:

• Experience: Prior experience in a well-respected cafe environment.
• Cooking Skills: The ability to prepare and cook meals from scratch (or a genuine willingness to learn!).
• Communication: Excellent communication skills—staying calm, relaxed, and encouraging when working with learners and volunteers.
• Flexibility: A flexible approach to working hours, including a rota pattern and occasional weekends.
• Qualifications: A relevant food hygiene certificate.

🚀 Ready to Apply?

If you feel this is the perfect opportunity to make a positive impact and you bring the skills we’re looking for, please click here to apply and start your journey with YMCA North Tyneside!

This post requires proof of right to work in the UK, satisfactory references, and a satisfactory enhanced DBS Disclosure (the cost of which will be met by the employer).