Cafe Assistant
| Posting date: | 27 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Zero-hour contract, 20-40 hours per week |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 27 December 2025 |
| Location: | Forest Row, East Sussex |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ruskin Mill Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Flexible up to 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Hours to include either Saturdays or Sundays or both Saturdays and Sundays
In this role you will:
• Provide a warm and professional service to all café customers.
• Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages and simple food items.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic café environment.
• Support operational tasks including stock replenishment, cash handling and opening/closing duties.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience in hospitality or customer service (desirable).
• Works well in a team and communicates clearly.
• Stays organised and calm during busy periods.
• Shows reliability, flexibility and a positive proactive attitude.
• Can work evenings and weekends.
Emerson College is home to a vibrant learning community offering courses in Rudolf Steiner education, the arts, and practical skills, supported by beautiful grounds and welcoming communal spaces. Our onsite café plays an important part in this environment by providing quality food, warm hospitality, and a friendly social hub for students, staff, and visitors.
We are seeking a Café Assistant to help deliver excellent customer service and support the smooth running of the Emerson Café. You will prepare and serve food and drinks, maintain high standards of cleanliness, and contribute to a positive and welcoming atmosphere. Some evening and weekend work will be required in line with café needs.
Hours to include either Saturdays or Sundays or both Saturdays and Sundays
In this role you will:
• Provide a warm and professional service to all café customers.
• Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages and simple food items.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic café environment.
• Support operational tasks including stock replenishment, cash handling and opening/closing duties.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience in hospitality or customer service (desirable).
• Works well in a team and communicates clearly.
• Stays organised and calm during busy periods.
• Shows reliability, flexibility and a positive proactive attitude.
• Can work evenings and weekends.
Emerson College is home to a vibrant learning community offering courses in Rudolf Steiner education, the arts, and practical skills, supported by beautiful grounds and welcoming communal spaces. Our onsite café plays an important part in this environment by providing quality food, warm hospitality, and a friendly social hub for students, staff, and visitors.
We are seeking a Café Assistant to help deliver excellent customer service and support the smooth running of the Emerson Café. You will prepare and serve food and drinks, maintain high standards of cleanliness, and contribute to a positive and welcoming atmosphere. Some evening and weekend work will be required in line with café needs.