Café Assistant

SEA LIFE Trust; Gweek; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An animal care organization in Cornwall is seeking a dedicated Food & Beverage Host to join their team. This seasonal, full-time role involves serving guests, maintaining a welcoming café environment, and providing excellent customer service surrounded by marine life. Ideal candidates will have a background in customer service, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work flexibly, including weekends and holidays. Full training for food hygiene will be provided, and attractive perks are included.

Benefits

25% discount in retail shops and restaurants

40% off LEGO online

Merlin Magic Pass for free attractions

Employee pricing up to 55% off cinema tickets

Qualifications

• Strong experience in customer service and interpersonal communication.
• Able to work effectively within a team and independently.
• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Serve delicious food and drinks to guests.
• Maintain cleanliness and stocking of displays.
• Ensure a positive guest experience in the café.

Skills

Customer service background

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Experience in food operations

Education

Food hygiene certificate

Job description

What you'll bring to the team

Join the team at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary!

Are you looking for a flexible, food and beverage role in Cornwall that’s packed with purpose and surrounded by incredible marine life? Imagine seals and puffins as your daily audience while you create memorable moments for our visitors.

As a Food & Beverage Host, you’ll be the friendly face of our café, serving up delicious food and drinks, keeping displays stocked and spotless, and ensuring every guest experience is as refreshing as the Cornish coast. Whether you're greeting visitors, preparing food, or keeping things running smoothly, you’ll play a key role in making our sanctuary even more special.

This is a seasonal, full-time position. Flexibility is key and we’re looking for team members available on weekends, bank holidays, or during holiday periods.

Qualifications & Experience

• Someone with a customer service background
• Ability to work well in a team with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, using own initiative
• Experience within a fast-paced food operation environment would be beneficial
• Food hygiene certificate preferred although full training will be provided
• Full availability including weekends and bank holidays

Benefits

Alongside becoming an expert in spreading happiness, you’ll also receive:

• 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants
• 40% off LEGO online
• Merlin Magic Pass - giving you free tickets to all our attractions worldwide for you, your family, and friends every year
• Employee pricing up to 55% off cinema tickets

If you have any questions or require assistance due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pay Range

From GBP £7.55/Hr.

SEA LIFE Trust Message

SEA LIFE Trust Message: Merlin Entertainments provides HR services for the SEA LIFE Trust and as part of this, all employees adhere to all Merlin Entertainments policies. Please be aware that you may receive correspondence from Merlin Entertainments regarding SEA LIFE Trust vacancies.