Restaurant Assistant

Restaurant Assistant
We are recruiting a Restaurant Assistant on a part-time and permanent basis, working 30 hours a week.
Working pattern will be Monday - Friday working 10am - 16:30pm with a 30 minute break.
Previous catering, barista or hospitality experience is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.
Pay Rate up to £11.44 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. This role will include communicating with customers and taking orders at their tables with upselling opportunities.
**Key Responsibilities include**:

- Communicating with customers at their tables
- Upselling products
- Clearing tables
- General housekeeping duties
- Till operation

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