Café Assistant

ASA International Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay from £13.45 per hour

PVG scheme support as needed

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

ASA International Ltd in Edinburgh is seeking friendly, reliable hospitality staff to support café and catering services across workplace cafeterias, community centres and care settings. A hands-on role with varied duties includes preparing and serving meals, operating coffee machines and delivering welcoming service during breakfast and lunch.

We value compassionate, flexible team players who can work mornings, evenings and weekends as needed, with training provided and PVG checks arranged

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable and customer focused attitude.
• Compassionate nature with confidence working with a wide range of people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in busy environments.
• Reliable, organised and adaptable approach to work.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, evenings and weekends where required.
• Previous experience in hospitality, catering, cafés, customer service, care or community support is desirable but not essential.
• Barista or food service experience is welcomed.
• Willingness to join the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) scheme where required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, professional welcome to clients, visitors and customers
• Prepare and serve meals, snacks, hot drinks and refreshments in café and workplace cafeteria settings, as well as educational and care environments
• Support breakfast, lunch and refreshment services, ensuring smooth and friendly customer service
• Assist with food preparation including sandwiches, salads, snacks and light kitchen duties
• Operate coffee machines and support barista-style service where required
• Set up, replenish and clear serving counters, dining spaces and café areas
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and health & safety throughout service
• In care settings, provide friendly mealtime support and companionship while maintaining a safe environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a welcoming and professional service

Skills

Friendly attitude

Customer focused

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Hospitality experience

Barista experience

PVG scheme willing

Job description

Want To Create Great Experiences?

Do you enjoy working with people, creating welcoming spaces and making a positive difference through great service?

We’re looking for friendly, caring and reliable individuals to join our team in a varied and rewarding hospitality role supporting café and catering services across workplace cafeterias, community centres, day centres and sheltered housing settings.

This is a hands on role where every day is different. You may be preparing and serving fresh food and drinks in a busy workplace cafeteria during breakfast or lunch service, supporting café operations, maintaining clean and welcoming service areas or assisting clients in and care based settings.

If you enjoy hospitality, customer service and being part of an environment where your work helps improve someone’s day, this is a great opportunity to build experience and be part of a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, professional welcome to clients, visitors and customers
• Prepare and serve meals, snacks, hot drinks and refreshments in café and workplace cafeteria settings, as well as educational and care environments
• Support breakfast, lunch and refreshment services, ensuring smooth and friendly customer service
• Assist with food preparation including sandwiches, salads, snacks and light kitchen duties
• Operate coffee machines and support barista-style service where required
• Set up, replenish and clear serving counters, dining spaces and café areas
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and health & safety throughout service
• In care settings, provide friendly mealtime support and companionship while maintaining a safe environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a welcoming and professional service

  What We’re Looking For

  • Friendly, approachable and customer focused attitude
  • Compassionate nature with confidence working with a wide range of people
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in busy environments
  • Reliable, organised and adaptable approach to work
  • Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, evenings and weekends where required
  • Previous experience in hospitality, catering, cafés, customer service, care or community support is desirable but not essential
  • Barista or food service experience is welcomed
  • Willingness to join the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) scheme where required

  Why Join Us?

  • Competitive pay from £13.45 per hour
  • Flexible working patterns with an easy-to-use online availability system
  • Opportunities to gain hospitality experience across a range of settings
  • Access to additional ASA roles such as Domestic Assistant and Catering Assistant once onboard
  • Ongoing training and development to support your growth
  • Supportive and welcoming team environment with dedicated ASA contacts for guidance