Café Cook (weekends & bank holidays)

Role Summary

As Café Cook, you will oversee weekend operations at Acorn Farm Café, ensuring smooth service, high food safety standards, and a friendly atmosphere for visitors.

You will lead a small team, prepare menu items, and maintain a clean, welcoming environment.

Prepare and cook menu items (soups, jacket potatoes, toasties, etc.) for visitors, staff, and volunteers.

Cater for children's birthday parties when required.

Cash up the till at day's end and hand over to the Weekend Manager.

Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and café.

Ensure food is properly stored, covered, and dated.

Restock display cabinets and drinks fridge daily.

Wash, dry, and store all cutlery, crockery, and utensils.

Complete opening/closing checks and update food safety diary daily.

Serve customers politely and professionally.

Attend staff meetings and follow security protocols.

Perform other reasonable duties as requested.

Requirements

Previous experience in catering or food service preferred.

Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.

Strong customer service skills and enthusiasm for the role.

Ability to supervise and work as part of a team.

Food hygiene certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Terms & Conditions

Salary: £14 per hour Hours: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (March-September),
9.30am - 3:30 pm (October-February) Break: 20-minute unpaid break (March-September) Holidays:
11.2 days per annum (pro rata) Six-month probationary period applies.