Early Morning Team Member - Aster & Thyme - Newcastle Upon Tyne

SSP; North East; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food travel expert as an Early Morning Team Member at Newcastle Airport. Enjoy a vibrant work environment, flexible scheduling, and numerous employee benefits, including discounts and growth opportunities. Be part of a diverse team dedicated to exceptional customer experiences.

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Flexible Scheduling

Friends and Family Discount

Meal Discount

Staff Parking

Growth Opportunities

Health & Wellbeing Support

Inclusive Culture

Financial Benefits

Qualifications

• Applicants must provide references for the last 5 years.
• Must be 18 years or over to perform certain tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve drinks while maintaining cleanliness.
• Ensure smooth operations and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Technical Skills

Job description

Early Morning Team Member - Aster & Thyme - Newcastle upon Tyne

Early Morning Team Member at Aster & Thyme, Newcastle Airport

Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour + an incentive of an extra £1.20 per hour for hours worked between midnight and 6 am, totaling £13.41 per hour. We also offer an additional service charge, up to £150 per month!

Shift pattern: Full Time, starting at 4:00 am

• Applicants must provide references for the last 5 years and undergo a Criminal Record Check in line with Airport Security Regulations.
• Applicants need to be 18 years or over to perform certain tasks, work on specific shifts, and handle or serve alcohol.

If you’re passionate about food and travel, you’re in the right place. We are global food travel experts, offering something delicious for everyone—whether flying, taking a train, or passing by. We work with over 500 brands, including our own brands like Upper Crust, Millie’s Cookies, Café Local, and Beer House, as well as well-known franchises like M&S, Starbucks, Burger King, The Breakfast Club, and BrewDog.

The Early Morning Team Member plays a vital role in ensuring smooth operations, creating a welcoming atmosphere, and providing excellent customer service. Responsibilities include preparing and serving drinks, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to safety regulations. This role requires technical skills, interpersonal abilities, and attention to detail.

Why Join SSP?

At SSP, we offer more than jobs; we provide career growth and benefits:

• Employee Discounts: Up to 50% off, including 20% on alcoholic beverages across SSP brands and franchises in the UK.
• Flexible Scheduling: Promoting work-life balance.
• Friends and Family Discount: 20% across our catering units, T&C apply.
• Meal Discount: 75% off while on shift.
• Staff Parking: Car parking at the airport.
• Growth Opportunities: Award-winning training, apprenticeships, and development programs, including Duty Manager and Chef Academy.
• Help@Hand App: Shopping discounts, GP appointments, 24/7 helpline, and financial and wellbeing support.
• Health & Wellbeing: Support through Retail Trust, flexible working, and family-friendly leave.
• Inclusive Culture: Diversity and inclusion initiatives, including LGBTQ+, Women’s Network, Neurodiversity, and Disability networks.
• Activities: Barista competitions, Millie’s Cookies Ice Off Challenge, Superstars Recognition.
• Financial Benefits: Pension plans, life assurance, share schemes, Cycle to Work, and competitive pay.

As a Team Member, You Will:

• Engage with customers to deliver outstanding experiences.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Collaborate with team members for smooth operations.
• Embody SSP values.

If you feel you belong at SSP, apply now and start an exciting journey! We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives.