Cafés jobs in Edinburgh

Shift Leader

Job Description:

We are looking for a warm, friendly and capable Shift Leader at Swanston Brasserie. This position includes greeting customers and answering questions about the menu, specials, and drinks. This is a role which requires bar and barista experience and an ability to adapt and work quickly and efficiently when under pressure. You should have previous hospitality experience with roles including bar, floor and barista, and be able to cope with a queue at the door whilst thinking three steps ahead! We are an extremely busy venue that requires a strong and capable leader for this role. This is a full time position and includes weekend work.

We are a Farm, Golf club and Restaurant that attracts visitors from far and wide and are VERY busy every day. If you love the buzz of service, working as a part of a close knit team and leading from the front, this could be the place for you

Essential Duties:

• Greeting guests and answering questions about the menu, specials and the farm
• Supporting the General manager and Assistant manager day to day
• Problem solving and working at a fast pace with a smile
• Maintaining cleanliness of front of house area including tables, chairs, floors, etc.
• Turning over tables quickly and efficiently
• Providing a high standard of friendly and warm service
• Barista and bar work- producing drinks and beverages to a consistently high standard
• Effective communication as part of a busy team
• Leading and supporting other staff on duty
• Lead other staff and support them in their duties as required
• Cash handling, opening and closing procedures
• Be a clear and strong communicator
• Handle bookings, reservation enquiries and on site questions
• Assist with stock and maintaining stock levels
• Ensure health and safety measures are adhered to and applied in line with company policy
• Maintain good communication with the rest of the team and kitchen staff
• Be a strong leader who leads by example

Required Skills:

• Minimum 3 years hospitality experience
• Ability to work well with others in a fast paced environment.
• bar and barista trained
• knowledge of till systems
• high standard of personal presentation
• ability to use own initiative
• sound knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety
• Strong product knowledge
• Knowledge of local food trends
• Be available for private function work as required

What we offer:

Competitive rate of pay plus card tips and service charge paid to your monthly wage

50% discount on food

Free on site parking

Uniform provided (depending on role)

Sociable working hours (8:30-16:30 or 10-19:30)

Flexible shifts

No split shifts

Tips shared equally on shift

A strong and supportive team

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.70-£14.70 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edinburgh EH10 7DS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you barista trained

Experience:

• Restaurant: 3 years (required)
• Hospitality: 3 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person