At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in the restaurant, serving food and drinks while ensuring a great customer experience.
- Company: Join Haskins Garden Centres, a family-owned, award-winning business with a vibrant team.
- Benefits: Earn up to £12.71 per hour, enjoy generous discounts, health plans, and up to 38 days holiday.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team where your customer service skills can shine and grow.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just bring your enthusiasm and a winning smile!
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
We are recruiting a Restaurant Assistant on a part-time and permanent basis, working 30.5 hours per week including Sundays.
Previous catering, barista or hospitality experience is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.
Pay Rate up to £12.71 per hour.
Haskins Garden Centres is 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 is 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.
Restaurant Assistant - 30.5 Hours per week - Ferndown Restaurant employer: Haskins
Haskins Garden Centres is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and friendly work environment where teamwork and customer service are at the heart of our operations. With sociable hours, generous holiday allowances, and a comprehensive benefits package including an Employee Assistance Program and staff discounts, we prioritise the well-being and growth of our employees. Join us in Ferndown and be part of a family-owned business that values your contributions and fosters a culture of learning and development.
