The National Trust is renowned for its food and hospitality. We run 185 cafes, tea-rooms and restaurants all over England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and we'd love you to join us.
We’re looking for a Food and Beverage Team Member. In this role, you’d be making a real difference to the work of the National Trust, as well as helping to give people a memorable day out.
This location is in a rural area, so please think about how you’d get here for work, before applying for the job.
Benefits: We want to help you look after the things that matter to you, such as saving for your future, getting a discount on your weekly shop, or encouraging you to find a work-life balance. Please read our package, below, to see what benefits we offer you.
Hours: This role is an hourly paid, fixed term position. Wherever possible, we aim to offer a consistent working pattern, but we're looking for flexibility as it may be necessary for us to alter this pattern from time to time to suit the needs of the business. We'd give you as much notice of this as possible. The role will include weekends and Bank Holidays, however, there are no evenings or split shifts.
Salary: £10.50 per hour.
Duration: Fixed Term Contract Revised January 2025
Interview date: W/C 12 February
What it's like to work here To find out more about what it’s like to work in a food and beverage team for the National Trust, click here to watch our video.You'll be based at Tyntesfield. What you'll be doing
As a Kitchen Assistant, your primary role will be focused on the back-of-house operations, ensuring the cleanliness and efficiency of the kitchen. Your responsibilities include maintaining a high standard of hygiene, washing dishes and kitchen utensils, and assisting in basic food preparations when necessary. Your ability to work effectively and collaborate with the kitchen team is essential.
You'll be integral in keeping the kitchen environment organized and safe, adhering to health and safety standards. We provide training in areas like food safety and hygiene to equip you with the necessary skills for your role. There will also be opportunities for further professional development and training to enhance your skills as a Kitchen Porter. Your adaptability and hardworking nature will contribute significantly to the smooth running of the kitchen operations.
Please read the role profile attached for more information.
•Happy to work in a team or on your own initiative.
•A people person, who cares about giving great service.
•Enthusiastic and willing to learn. The package
The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Tax-free childcare scheme
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
- Independent financial advice
Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.