Cafe Assistant/Barista(Part-time, Permanent)

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Job Overview – Tiny Town & Cafe All-Rounder (WEEKEND WORK IS A NECESSITY)

Job Title: MLPP Assistant (Tiny Town & Café All-Rounder)

Overview:

As an MLPP Assistant, you’ll help create a warm, fun, and imaginative environment where children can learn through play while ensuring parents enjoy a relaxed and welcoming café experience. You’ll support daily operations across both the play areas and café, ensuring everything runs smoothly, safely, and with a smile. Weekend availability is essential.

This role is ideal for someone mature, proactive, and confident taking initiative in a busy environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Warmly greet and check in customers, providing information about play sessions and general rules.
• Ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for all visitors
• Prepare and serve drinks, snacks, and light meals to a high standard.
• Operate the till and handle transactions accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation across the play and café spaces (tables, counters, equipment, and floors).
• Support with opening and closing duties, ensuring all areas are ready for service.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations at all times.
• Collaborate with team members, parents, and children to ensure a positive and memorable experience for everyone.
• Set up, tidy, and maintain role-play areas, encouraging children’s creativity through interactive play.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience working with in a café and/or with children.
• Friendly, approachable, and confident engaging with children and adults.
• Strong teamwork, organisation, and multitasking abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety.
• Creativity and enthusiasm for play-based learning.
• Basic barista or food hygiene knowledge (training provided if needed).
• Basic first aid certification is an advantage.

Working Hours:

• Part-time hours available
• Must be available to work weekends
• Flexibility to work occasional holidays for events

Benefits:

• Staff discounts on food and drinks
• Supportive, fun working environment
• On-the-job training and development opportunities
• Be part of a friendly team making a positive impact on customer experience every day.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £13.00per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Pay: From £13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person