Trainee Café Assistant/apprentice
3 days ago
**EDINBURGH: THE NEW TOWN CHURCH OF SCOTLAND**
**TRAINEE CAFÉ ASSISTANT/APPRENTICE - JOB PROFILE**
**Function**
**To work as a trainee under the direct management and direction of the Head of Café Operations**
**To become proficient enough at the end of the training period to work independently in the production of dishes on the café menu and support the Café Manager in catering for events.**
**Scope**
**The Trainee Café Assistant**
**reports to the Head of Café Operations as line manager**
**has responsibility for completing their own job to a high standard**
**has responsibility for their own safety and that of others in accordance with health and safety at work legislation**
**Responsibilities**
- complete all tasks safely, as instructed, and in accordance with Food Safety legislation - ensure requirements and consistent standards are maintained at all times
**preparation of food**
**operation and cleaning of barista coffee machine**
**food service and cleaning in café, cleaning of kitchen as prescribed by cleaning rota**
**assist with control and management of stock**
**assist with front of house when necessary and learn how to serve at the counter**
**any other tasks as directed by the Head of Café Operations**
**arrive in the building ready to start work at the agreed time, neatly dressed in clean uniform and hygienically presented**
**Skills/Abilities**
**Ability to**:
**communicate clearly with a wide range of people including volunteers and customers**
**work responsibly under supervision, completing tasks as directed by the Head of Café Operations**
**work under pressure and on own initiative**
**take pride in the achievement of high standards and improving results**
**read a recipe and adapt quantities of Ingredients as required**
**Desirable**
**But not essential**:
**experience in catering/hospitality**
**experience of working with people with additional support needs**
Days/Hours
Five days a week - no weekend work. 8.30am - 2.30pm Monday to Friday, 30 hours per week.
Salary - £6.40 per hour, £9,984pa
Qualifications received will be SVQL6
**Job Type**: Part-time
Pay: £6.40 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
**Benefits**:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Sick pay
Day range:
- Monday to Friday
**Education**:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
**Location**:
- Edinburgh (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Edinburgh New Town Church, Undercroft Cafe
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