Cafe & Retail Team Member

3 weeks ago

York, United Kingdom York Cocoa Works Full time

**About us**

York Cocoa Works is an independent chocolate maker based in the heart of York, celebrating York’s chocolate making heritage and working with unique cocoa origins from around the world to craft award-winning and innovative, fine chocolate.

We are a manufacturing, learning and visitor hub with growing online, wholesale and offsite event, training and innovation services

We are proud to be one of a small number of British chocolate makers crafting sustainable chocolate here in the UK. We are delighted to welcome chocolate enthusiasts and professionals to join us from around the world to learn and engage with the chocolate making process.

York Cocoa Works is a busy chocolate visitor facility with activities running at weekends and peak holiday periods. A flexible approach is required to meet demands in holiday seasons and to respond constructively to demand fluctuations.

A love of chocolate is a must but specialist training will also be provided to support enthusiastic professionals.

**Role Overview**

As a member of our Café and Retail team you will work alongside our team of manufacturing, education and hospitality professionals to lead and deliver outstanding chocolate experiences.

You will be contributing to the smooth daily running of the front of house operation, cafe and retail experience to deliver an excellent chocolate product to our visitors. This will include delivery of the visitor program including hosting our tasting experiences and workshops.

You will be part of a team that is creating an outstanding visitor experience to engage with chocolate enthusiasts and encourage loyal repeat custom. You must be committed to delivering excellent product knowledge and customer service. You will learn how to expertly make and serve our core range of chocolate café items, including our signature hot chocolates.

**Working Hours**

**About you**

Ideally you will be barista trained but full training will be given, on how to create our speciality hot chocolate menu. We will also provide full training on all of our menu items and retail product range so you are able to advise our customers for their own preferences or dietary requirements.

You will have worked in similar dynamic environments where excellent customer service is key and use your initiative in order to adapt to quick-changing situations.

You will have had some experience of working in a similar environment; meeting and greeting, taking orders, service delivery, cash handling, managing the tables and the queue. You will have an understanding of Food Safety and the importance of the completion of paperwork as well as the overall cleanliness and maintenance of the general area.

**Good to know**

We are a small, devoted and friendly team and we are looking for a like-minded individual to join us during an exciting period of development and growth.

We offer a competitive wage, an inclusive and supportive work environment, and the opportunity to work with a team of talented and dedicated professionals.

Additional hours are available in busy periods with the opportunity for development in other areas of the business.

Creating traceable, sustainable and fairer chocolate products is at the heart of what we do. You will play a key role in the creating and delivery of our chocolate.

**Benefits**
- £10.00 per hour for 16 - 20 year olds
- £11.50 per hour for 21 year olds and above
- The opportunity to work for a passionate business with career opportunities
- Comprehensive training in our standards and cocoa and chocolate training
- Sociable working hours, occasionally evenings
- Free drinks during shifts
- Casual role, occasional hours
- Staff discount 20%
- Free Chocolate Workshop places for friends and family
- Holiday on an accrual basis

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract

**Salary**: £10.00-£11.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/04/2024
Reference ID: YCW100224

  • Cafe Team Member

    4 weeks ago

    York, United Kingdom Robinsons Cafe Full time

    Hello Everyone! We are looking for new people to join our Friendly, Professional and Hard Working Team We have Full (5 days a week) and Part Time positions (2/3 days a week). Robinsons is a busy brunch restaurant with a big reputation set at the heart of Bishopthorpe Road, 5 minutes walk from the centre of town. The role will require applicants to greet...

  • Cafe Team Member

    1 week ago

    York, United Kingdom Robinsons Cafe Full time

    Hello Everyone! We are looking for new people to join our Friendly, Professional and Hard Working Team Robinsons is a busy brunch restaurant with a big reputation set at the heart of Bishopthorpe Road, 5 minutes walk from the centre of town. The role will require applicants to greet guests. Take their orders, use the till, carry food and drinks to tables,...

  • Cafe Team Member

    4 weeks ago

    York, United Kingdom Robinsons Cafe Full time

    Hello Everyone! We are looking for new people to join our Friendly, Professional and Hard Working Team We have Full (5 days a week) and Part Time positions (2/3 days a week). Robinsons is a busy brunch restaurant with a big reputation set at the heart of Bishopthorpe Road, 5 minutes walk from the centre of town. The role will require applicants to greet...

  • Cafe Team Member

    5 days ago

    York, United Kingdom Robinsons Cafe Full time

    SUMMER'S COMING! Hello Everyone! We are looking for new people to join our Friendly, Professional and Hard Working Team We have Full (5 days a week) and Part Time positions (2/3 days a week). Robinsons is a busy brunch restaurant with a big reputation set at the heart of Bishopthorpe Road, 5 minutes walk from the centre of town. The role will require...

  • Cafe Team Member

    1 week ago

    York, United Kingdom Robinsons Cafe Full time

    Hello Everyone! We are looking for new people to join our Friendly, Professional and Hard Working Team This is a Part Time position (2/3 days a week). Robinsons is a busy brunch restaurant with a big reputation set at the heart of Bishopthorpe Road, 5 minutes walk from the centre of town. The role will require applicants to greet guests. Take their...

  • Cafe Team Member

    2 weeks ago

    York, York City, United Kingdom Robinsons Cafe Full time

    Hello EveryoneWe are looking for new people to join our Friendly, Professional and Hard Working TeamWe have Full (5 days a week) and Part Time positions (2/3 days a week).Robinsons is a busy brunch restaurant with a big reputation set at the heart of Bishopthorpe Road, 5 minutes walk from the centre of town.The role will require applicants to greet guests....

  • Cafe Team Member

    4 weeks ago

    York, United Kingdom Robinsons Cafe Full time

    Hello Everyone! We are looking for new people to join our Friendly, Professional and Hard Working Team Robinsons is a busy brunch restaurant with a big reputation set at the heart of Bishopthorpe Road, 5 minutes walk from the centre of town. We're an independent company with a passionate work force looking to deliver the best possible experience to all of...

  • Cafe Team Member

    4 weeks ago

    York, United Kingdom Robinsons Cafe Full time

    Hello Everyone! We are looking for new people to join our Friendly, Professional and Hard Working Team Robinsons is a busy brunch restaurant with a big reputation set at the heart of Bishopthorpe Road, 5 minutes walk from the centre of town. We're an independent company with a passionate work force looking to deliver the best possible experience to all of...

  • Cafe Team Member

    4 weeks ago

    York, United Kingdom Robinsons Cafe Full time

    Hello Everyone! We are looking for new people to join our Friendly, Professional and Hard Working Team We have part time positions available (minimum 3 days a week) in this busy brunch restaurant with a big reputation set at the heart of Bishopthorpe Road, 5 minutes walk from the centre of town. We're an independent Brunch Restaurant with a passionate...

  • Cafe Team Member

    2 weeks ago

    York, York City, United Kingdom Robinsons Cafe Full time

    Hello EveryoneWe are looking for new people to join our Friendly, Professional and Hard Working TeamWe have part time positions available (minimum 3 days a week) in this busy brunch restaurant with a big reputation set at the heart of Bishopthorpe Road, 5 minutes walk from the centre of town.We're an independent Brunch Restaurant with a passionate work force...

  • Cafe Team Member

    2 weeks ago

    York, York City, United Kingdom Robinsons Cafe Full time

    Hello EveryoneWe are looking for new people to join our Friendly, Professional and Hard Working TeamFull Time & Part Time (3/4 days a week) positions available in this busy brunch restaurant with a big reputation set at the heart of Bishopthorpe Road, 5 minutes walk from the centre of town. Robinsons is always closed Tuesdays and WednesdaysWe're an...

  • Cafe All Rounder

    4 weeks ago

    York, United Kingdom Cafe 42 Full time

    Job Overview: We have recently rebranded to Cafe Fleur and have a member of staff sadly leaving after working with us for 7 months, and so are looking for a fun person to join our wonderful team! As a Cafe Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our cafe while providing excellent customer service. **Responsibilities**: -...

  • Cafe All Rounder

    2 weeks ago

    York, York City, United Kingdom Cafe 42 Full time

    Job Overview:We have recently rebranded to Cafe Fleur and have a member of staff sadly leaving after working with us for 7 months, and so are looking for a fun person to join our wonderful team As a Cafe Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our cafe while providing excellent customer service.Responsibilities: Assist in...

  • Cafe & Retail Team Member

    2 weeks ago

    York, York City, United Kingdom York Cocoa Works Full time

    About usYork Cocoa Works is an independent chocolate maker based in the heart of York, celebrating York's chocolate making heritage and working with unique cocoa origins from around the world to craft award-winning and innovative, fine chocolate.We are a manufacturing, learning and visitor hub with growing online, wholesale and offsite event, training and...

  • Kitchen Bar Cafe Team Member

    2 weeks ago

    York, York City, United Kingdom Travelodge Hotels Limited Full time

    Come and join our amazing team at Travelodge York Central Layerthorpe as a Kitchen Bar Cafe Team Member on a Part Time contract, be part of a Fun, Energetic and family feel team with flexible working to suit everyone. No experience required for this role, we can coach and teach you everything you need to knowJust some of the benefits:Fun friendly...

  • Team Member

    4 weeks ago

    York, United Kingdom SSP Full time

    **Team Member** Team Member** **at** **Upper Crust - York Station** **Everyone regardless of age starts on £10 per hour** You may be wondering who are SSP? Well, we’re one of the best kept secrets in Hospitality and Retail. You may not know us by name, but you will know us from our brands. We are the leading operator of restaurants, bars, cafes, food...

  • Team Member

    4 weeks ago

    York, United Kingdom SSP Full time

    **Team Member** Team Member** **at** **Upper Crust - York Station** **Everyone regardless of age starts on £10 per hour** You may be wondering who are SSP? Well, we’re one of the best kept secrets in Hospitality and Retail. You may not know us by name, but you will know us from our brands. We are the leading operator of restaurants, bars, cafes, food...

  • Weekend Cafe Staff

    2 weeks ago

    York, United Kingdom Yorkshire Barn Cafe Full time

    **Company description** The Yorkshire Barn cafe is the on-site cafe at Murton Park (The Yorkshire Museum of Farming). We serve breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas, seven days a week. Everything is made on-site and we care about the environment (all biodegradable/compostable packaging and no single-use plastics). We are well known for our chocolate...

  • Cafe Server

    2 weeks ago

    York, York City, United Kingdom Goji Cafe York Full time

    _Cafe Server & Deli Assistant _We are looking for enthusiastic Cafe Server and Deli Assistant to join our team at Goji Cafe in York. We are passionate about providing excellent food and service and are looking for people with a passion for food and artisan coffee.Duties will include serving freshly prepared food on a deli counter and preparing hot and cold...

  • Team Member

    2 weeks ago

    York, York City, United Kingdom SSP Full time

    Team Member Team Member at Upper Crust - York Station**Everyone regardless of age starts on £10 per hourYou may be wondering who are SSP? Well, we're one of the best kept secrets in Hospitality and Retail.You may not know us by name, but you will know us from our brands. We are the leading operator of restaurants, bars, cafes, food courts and retail stores...