The Boatyard is an independent brunch café a stone’s throw from Cullercoats Bay. We’re looking for someone to join our team as a Kitchen Porter/Commis Chef
About Us
Since opening in 2015 we’ve made a strong reputation as a go-to brunch spot on the coast. From our full-English, to colourful vegan meals our food has seen us pick up strong reviews and repeat customers
We’re a forward-thinking business with a community focus. Our most valuable asset is our crew, and we do our best to maintain the well-being of our staff
We’re open 8am-5pm daily, and on busy days hit over 150 covers

About You:

• physically capable of a demanding job in a busy kitchen
• Punctual & reliable with good timekeeping
• Intermediate English or above required
• Positive attitude & sense of humour
• Organised & flexible with the role
• High hygiene standards, as you’ll be helping us maintain our Five Star Food Hygiene certificate

The Job:

• Work under the Head Chef, Sous Chef & Café Manager/Supervisor
• An important job in the heart of the busy kitchen
• Hand-washing dishes, kitchen cleaning, along with other duties
• Flexible approach to the job - being comfortable taking food to tables and communicating with customers, as well as helping the chefs with kitchen tasks is part of this varied job
• Prepping, baking and plating up meals
• A chance to gain kitchen experience with more chef duties. You will have chances to show and build your chef skills in the kitchen
• Initially this job is to cover maternity leave, but we hope to be able to offer a permanent position after

Details:

• We’re looking for someone to commit to at least a few shifts a week - including some weekend work - although we’re fairly flexible with granting days off
• Daytime shifts, as café closes at 5pm
• Free meal & coffee on shift
• Staff discount & events
• Closed Christmas Day & Boxing Day
• Rough shift times: 9:15-4:00

This is a good opportunity for somebody looking to be part of a great team. We offer a positive work/life balance, perks, creative freedom, with opportunity for progression

IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE IT COULD BE A PERFECT FIT FOR YOU, APPLY WITH A CV & LET US KNOW:

-why would you be a good fit?
-what is your availability to start, and how many shifts per week you’re looking for?
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £10.00-£12.21 per hour

Additional pay:

• Tips

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• When would you be available to start work?
• Are there any days that you can’t work?

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details