Are you a confident self- starter with a passion for fresh food?
We’d love to hear from you if you are a hard-working individual with:
- An outgoing cheerful personality
- Great customer service skills
- The ability to use your initiative
- Good communication skills
- Experience of teamwork.
This is a permanent contract based of 5 hours per week – specifically weekends. You will have the opportunity to pick up extra shifts during the school holidays and when annual leave cover is needed.
The hourly pay rate is currently:
- Age 16/17 years: £10.61 per hour
- Age 18+ years: £12.91 per hour
Purpose of the role:
- Support the café and catering services at Eureka! by preparing and serving food, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and delivering excellent customer service to visitors, staff, and event guests.
Key Responsibilities:
Customer Service & Food Preparation:
- Greet and assist visitors in a friendly, professional manner.
- Prepare and serve food and drinks in the café and deli area.
- Help set up/clear away for events.
- Keep counters, fridges, and vending machines stocked and tidy.
Cleanliness & Safety:
- Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic café and kitchen environment.
- Wash dishes (by hand or machine) and follow cleaning schedules.
- Follow food hygiene rules and remove any out-of-date stock.
- Report any hazards, broken equipment, or safety concerns.
Events & Corporate Catering:
- Set up and clear catering areas for meetings and events.
- Ensure food is well-presented, correctly labelled, and meets dietary requirements.
Cash Handling & Sales:
- Operate tills accurately and follow cash handling procedures.
- Promote counter sales and help meet sales targets.
Health, Safety & Security:
- Follow emergency, fire, and security procedures.
- Report accidents and unsafe practices immediately.Use equipment safely and complete required training (e.g., food hygiene).
General:
- Work flexibly, including weekends, bank holidays, and school holidays.
- Support other Front of House areas when needed.
- Attend training sessions and team meetings.
Skills & Experience:
- GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
- Level 2 Food Hygiene (desirable – training provided).
- Friendly, outgoing personality and good communication skills.
- Organised, able to follow instructions, and use initiative.
- Previous catering experience preferred but not essential.
At Eureka! we work in a vibrant, creative, playful environment based in central Halifax, close to public transport links. All Eureka! employees receive free onsite car parking, discounts in Eureka! Café and Gift Shop, plus free entry to Eureka! Museum available for family and friends.
Eureka! strives to create an all-encompassing and productive environment, inclusive of different cultures and groups, and reflecting the diverse audiences we serve. We recognise that diversity is crucial to our success and would strongly encourage and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Eureka! is committed to safeguarding. All appointments are subject to appropriate checks including DBS and two satisfactory references being received in advance of employment commencing.
