Restaurant Assistant - Wednesdays - Ferndown Restaurant

Haskins Garden Centres Ltd; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-owned garden centre group is seeking a part-time Restaurant Assistant to provide excellent customer service and assist in various tasks such as serving food and drinks. Candidates should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and possess strong customer service skills. The position offers a pay rate up to £12.21 per hour, along with company discounts and a comprehensive benefits package, including training and support for local charities. This is a great opportunity for individuals eager to learn and be part of a dynamic team.

Benefits

Generous Company Discount scheme

Cycle Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Paid Charity Day

Mental Health support

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Up to 38 days of Holiday (pro-rata)

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Previous catering, barista, or hospitality experience preferred but not essential.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service in a busy environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the food counters.
• Make and serve chilled and hot drinks.
• Clear tables and perform general housekeeping duties.
• Operate the till and provide counter service.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Self-motivated and enthusiastic

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Restaurant Assistant

We are recruiting a Restaurant Assistant on a part-time and permanent basis, working 7.5 hours every Wednesday.

Previous catering, barista or hospitality experience is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.

Pay Rate up to £12.21 per hour.

About Haskins Garden Centres

A family owned, award winning business, with 5 destination garden centres across the South of England, each with a large restaurant. We thrive on improving service and experience for our customers, that's why our people are so important to us. If you are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, have an eagerness to learn and be part of a leading business, we want you in our team.

The role of Restaurant Assistant

To provide general assistance within the restaurant which enables us to exceed customer expectations and maximise all sales opportunities.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Serving on the food counters
• Making and serving chilled and hot drinks
• Clearing tables
• General housekeeping duties
• Till operation
• Counter Service
• Barista

About You

This role is well suited to a self-motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking individual with excellent customer service skills and a desire to learn. A winning smile and a courteous manner are both important whether you are serving over the counter or arranging a table for the next customer. Being proactive and energetic is essential as this is a busy fast paced environment.

In Return We Provide

• Generous Company Discount scheme.
• Retail discounts, saving money on day-to-day spending, days out, and gifts.
• Cycle Scheme, helping spread the cost of a bike and saving on tax.
• Health Cash Plan, for a small monthly contribution access a 24-hour online GP service recover costs for dental and optical appointments and more.
• Time off to support local charities, with an annual paid Charity Day
• Wellbeing support with Mental Health First Aiders and external Assistance Program providing free counselling and advice for you and your family.
• Company pension scheme for eligible employees
• Free on-site parking
• Up to 38 days of Holiday (pro-rata)
• Uniform provided

Job Details

Pay Type Hourly Hiring Min Rate 7.55 GBP Hiring Max Rate 12.21 GBP Ferndown Garden Centre, Haskins Garden Centre Ferndown, Ferndown, Dorset, United Kingdom