Cafe assistant and cook Work, Jobs in Wigan, Eng (with Salaries)

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- Temporary
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- £13.06 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
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Cafe Manager
Acorn Farm —Liverpool
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Cooking
- In-person
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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- Part-time
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- £13.85 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- University
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- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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The City of Liverpool College —Liverpool
- £36,000 a year
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- Culinary experience
- Employee assistance programme
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Cafe Assistant

Civic Recruitment Limited
Preston

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Job details

Temporary
£17.50 an hour
4 days ago

Qualifications

Food handling
Culinary experience
Cooking
Catering
Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
First Aid Certification
Organisational skills
Food Hygiene Certificate
Food service management

Full job description

1month contract with a Local Authority

Job Title: Cafe Assistant

Job Purpose

To prepare and cook food to a high standard in a busy and popular café environment. The role requires an organised, efficient, and reliable individual who can work calmly under pressure while maintaining food quality, hygiene, and excellent kitchen operations. The successful candidate will support the daily running of the kitchen and ensure customers receive fresh, well-presented meals in a timely manner.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and present menu items consistently to a high standard.
Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
Manage food preparation and service during busy periods while maintaining quality and efficiency.
Monitor stock levels and report shortages to management.
Assist with ordering, receiving, and storing deliveries correctly.
Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment at all times.
Ensure all equipment is used safely and maintained appropriately.
Minimise food waste and contribute to cost-effective kitchen operations.
Work collaboratively with other kitchen and front-of-house team members.
Support with menu preparation and daily kitchen set-up and close-down procedures.
Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.

Experience Required

Previous experience working as a Chef, Cook, Kitchen Assistant, Food Preparation Assistant, or in a similar catering environment.
Experience preparing and cooking food in a fast-paced kitchen or café setting.
Ability to remain calm, organised, and productive during busy service periods.
Experience maintaining high food hygiene and cleanliness standards.
Experience working as part of a team is desirable.

Qualifications

Essential

Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food handling practices.
Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends, as the café operates 7 days a week.

Desirable

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
Relevant catering, hospitality, or culinary qualification.
First Aid certification.

Skills & Attributes

Strong organisational skills.
Efficient and proactive approach to work.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
Excellent attention to detail.
Positive attitude and team-player mentality.
Passion for food preparation and customer satisfaction.

Additional Information

Location: Avenham Park, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8JT, United Kingdom
Pay Rate: £17.50 per hour (Limited Company/Umbrella)
Hours: 24 hours per week
Working Pattern: Potentially 3 days per week, with flexibility based on business needs
Contract Type: Temporary/ongoing opportunity
Start Date: ASAP
Payment: Bi-weekly payment schedule
Start Date: Immediate start available

Closing Date: soon (early applications encouraged

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