Restaurant Assistant

5 days ago

Ferndown, Dorset, United Kingdom Haskins Garden Centres Full time £76,000 - £114,000 per year

Req # 354

Ferndown Garden Centre, Haskins Garden Centre Ferndown, Ferndown, Dorset, United Kingdom

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, 26 November 2025, 19:00

Restaurant Assistant

We are recruiting a Restaurant Assistant on a full-time and permanent basis, working 37.5 hours a week including alternate weekends.

Previous catering, barista or hospitality experience is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.

Pay Rate up to £12.21 per hour

Haskins Garden Centres

A family owned, award winning business, with 5 destination garden centres across the South of England, each with a large restaurant.

We thrive on improving service and experience for our customers, that's why our people are so important to us. If you are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, have an eagerness to learn and be part of a leading business, we want you in our team.

The role of Restaurant Assistant

To provide general assistance within the restaurant which enables us to exceed customer expectations and maximise all sales opportunities.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Serving on the food counters
  • Making and serving chilled and hot drinks
  • Clearing tables
  • General housekeeping duties
  • Till operation
  • Counter Service
  • Barista

About You

This role is well suited to a self-motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking individual with excellent customer service skills and a desire to learn. A winning smile and a courteous manner are both important whether you are serving over the counter or arranging a table for the next customer. Being proactive and energetic is essential as this is a busy fast paced environment.

In return we provide:

  • Generous Company Discount scheme.
  • Retail discounts, saving money on day-to-day spending, days out, and gifts.
  • Cycle Scheme, helping spread the cost of a bike and saving on tax.
  • Health Cash Plan, for a small monthly contribution access a 24-hour online GP service recover costs for dental and optical appointments and more.
  • Time off to support local charities, with an annual paid Charity Day
  • Wellbeing support with Mental Health First Aiders and external Assistance Program providing free counselling and advice for you and your family.
  • Company pension scheme for eligible employees
  • Free on-site parking
  • Up to 38 days of Holiday (pro-rata)
  • Uniform provided

Job Details

Pay Type

Hourly

Hiring Min Rate

7.55 GBP

Hiring Max Rate

12.21 GBP

Ferndown Garden Centre, Haskins Garden Centre Ferndown, Ferndown, Dorset, United Kingdom

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