Location: Doncaster
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
About us:
Walkers Nurseries is a well-established, family-run garden centre and nursery in Doncaster with a proud heritage dating back to 1951. We offer an extensive range of quality plants, shrubs, trees and garden supplies, all backed by expert advice and friendly service. Our business has grown over decades to include beautiful show gardens, a spacious garden restaurant serving homemade meals, seasonal events and family-friendly amenities, making us a beloved destination for both gardening enthusiasts and visitors alike. We're passionate about inspiring people to enjoy gardening and outdoor living.
The role:
Due to rapid expansion, we need a motivated team player to join us in our Cafes and Salad Bar Counters - working front of house.
Candidate Requirements:
To succeed in this role, candidates should demonstrate a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced food service environment. The ideal candidate will be reliable, customer-focused, and committed to maintaining high standards of service and cleanliness.
Experience & Skills:
Previous experience working in a café, salad bar, restaurant, or similar hospitality/food service environment is preferred.
Experience in a front-of-house role, including customer service, food service, or counter service, would be advantageous.
Ability to provide friendly, professional, and efficient service to customers at all times.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with customers and colleagues.
Ability to work quickly and accurately during busy service periods while maintaining attention to detail.Personal Attributes:
A motivated and dependable team player who contributes positively to the working environment.
A proactive approach to work, showing initiative and willingness to support colleagues where required.
Flexible attitude with the ability to adapt to different tasks and departments as business needs change.
Strong commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety.Training & Flexibility:
Willingness to undertake training and assist in other areas of the business when required, including basic kitchen support duties.
Openness to learning new skills and following company procedures and service standards.Compliance & Reliability:
Successful candidates must be able to provide satisfactory references.
A reliable attendance record will be required, and sickness records may be requested as part of the recruitment process.
Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends, holidays, and busy service periods if necessary.Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of Food Services Assistant, Catering Assistant, Serving Assistant, Kitchen Assistant, Garçon, Front of House Staff, Front of House Assistant, Food Assistant, Service Assistant, Server, Waiter, Waitress, Host, Hostess Food Services Front of House Manager, Front of House, Senior Waiter, Senior Waitress, Bar Tender, Serving Assistant, Catering Assistant, General Assistant, Food and Beverage Staff, Hotel, Bar, Restaurant may also be considered for this role
Salary description
£12.50 - £12.50 per hour