Join Our Team at Bumble & Brae Café!
Café Team Member
Gardenstown, Aberdeenshire
Do you love great coffee, homemade food and delivering exceptional customer service?
We're looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and dependable Café Team Member to join our growing, family-run café.
At Bumble & Brae, we're passionate about creating a warm, welcoming experience for every customer. We're looking for someone who shares those values and enjoys being part of a team where everyone supports one another.
About the Role
This is a varied, hands-on position where no two days are the same. Duties will include:
- Welcoming customers and providing outstanding customer service
- Taking customer orders and operating the till
- Preparing and serving teas, coffees and speciality drinks
- Plating and serving food to a consistently high standard
- Assisting with basic food preparation in the kitchen
- Clearing and resetting tables
- Washing up, cleaning and keeping the kitchen organised
- Maintaining excellent hygiene and cleanliness throughout the café
- Supporting colleagues and helping wherever needed to ensure the smooth running of the café
We're looking for someone who is:
✔ Friendly, approachable and professional
✔ Reliable, trustworthy and dependable
✔ Hardworking with a positive, can-do attitude
✔ Able to work well under pressure in a busy environment
✔ Happy to use their own initiative as well as work within a team
✔ Takes pride in maintaining high standards
✔ Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service
Experience & Requirements
Previous experience within a café, coffee shop, restaurant or hospitality environment is required.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience operating a till and taking customer orders
- Previous barista experience and confidence preparing quality coffees (preferred)
- A Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (or be willing to complete one before or shortly after starting, which can be arranged if required)
- A willingness to learn and develop new skills
Due to our rural location, applicants should have their own reliable transport, as public transport to and from the café is limited.
Hours & Pay
- 16–30 hours per week (depending on the successful applicant)
- Working 3–4 days per week, between Wednesday and Sunday
- Typical working hours are between 9:30am – 5:00pm
- Weekend working is essential as part of the rota
- National Minimum Wage (age dependent)
Why Join Bumble & Brae?
We're a friendly, supportive team who genuinely enjoy what we do. We believe in quality food, great coffee and creating a welcoming atmosphere for both our customers and our team.
If you're looking for a varied role where you can make a real difference and become part of a growing independent café, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply via Indeed by uploading your CV together with a covering letter telling us a little about yourself, your experience and why you'd like to join the Bumble & Brae team.
Work Location: In person
