At The Longholme we know that our team are crucial to the success of our café. Although we’re only a small operation we have exacting standards and like to make sure the customers are being looked after. We have 2 sides to our team, to see how you might fit in take a look below at the different roles. Any open positions are shown at the bottom, if you find something you like we would love to hear from you!
Our casual team are the oil in our engine, helping us at the busiest of times and really get the café in full swing. As a casual staff member, you have the flexibility to work on a part time or full time basis, to suit your studies or other commitments. Generally, this role covers 1-3 days a week in high season. If you’re a local student keen to learn more about the industry, this is the perfect role for you!
As a permanent staff member, you will be working in a full-time capacity with the ‘core team’ & the owners. Usually working 5/7 days you may be expected to work in all areas of the business. Our permanent staff work with us closely to improve our service, brainstorm our events ideas and generally make The Longholme a better place to be for everyone, these people are the hospitality managers of the future, with experience and the right attention to detail.
We're opening applications for seasonal casual workers!
This role is ideal for younger candidates who wish to learn
with a minimum starting age of 16 years.
Cafe Staff - Seasonal Contracts starts April 2022
In this role you will look after essential elements of the food and beverage service such as, running drinks and food to tables, clearing up after customers, maintaining the dishwashing area and then ideally move on to serving tables and other added duties with the required training and eagerness to learn!
Candidates for this role should be available at least 2 days per week, ideally Saturday and Sunday, the more availability the better. Please showcase your experience and desire for such a role in your application.
Boat Hire Staff - Seasonal Contracts start April 2022
A physical and rewarding role that ensures customers can hire our boats safely. The ideal candidate for this role wont be scared to get their hands dirty, be available both Saturday and Sunday each week & more during school holidays, be aged at least 16 years old with the physical ability to steady boats by hand when loading and off loading passengers. Cleaning the boats to a good standard is also required and the ability to deal with the public in a polite and efficient way will be essential, please make these skills clear in your application.
The ideal candidate for this role will already be someone working in a commercial kitchen for a minimum of two years,
holding at least a level 2 food safety certificate. Eager Juniors will be considered.
In this role of café chef, it will be your duty to maintain a high quality of food standard daily. We operate a simple menu from a small busy kitchen where your attention to detail and ability to clean up after yourself is paramount..
You will work alongside a small team that grows substantially in the summer. Hands-on owners and managers. Junior staff that require guidance, encouragement and a positive introduction to the industry.
Guideline salary £23,000 + tip share & benefits
This role combines all aspects of the facility with a focus on food and beverage delivery and customer service. Experience of at least 1 year in a similar role is desired from applicants for this position. Barista skills are an added bonus.
The ideal candidate will be available to work 5/7 days a week on a flexible full time working basis, including weekends. Candidates should be interested to start a longer career in the hospitality industry for optimum benefit in this role.
Candidates for this role would ideally have the experience needed to start straight away with basic training on in house procedures given. Please showcase this point in your application. The ideal person for this role should enjoy interacting with customers, work well under pressure and enjoy delivering good service.
Guideline salary £21,000 + tip share & benefits
Got lots of experience but cant see a role for you?
Send us you CV anyway so we can consider your availability. We're always looking to meet passionate, hard working people looking for positive opportunities.
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