Community Cafe Assistant(Bank Staff) YMCA Teesdale Community Cafe Date Listed: 17.02.26

Do you have a passion for food and a heart for people? Community Cafe Assistant

We have a wonderful opportunity for an authentic and compassionate Community Cafe Assistant to join our team at Lipscomb Hall, Cockfield. This is more than just a cafe role; it is an opportunity to be at the heart of an inclusive hub where every cup of coffee and meal served helps our community to thrive.

We believe in supporting our colleagues' growth and well being. By joining YMCA North Tyneside, you become part of a global movement that values every individual.

Your Rewards & Benefits

Meaningful Work: The chance to be part of a team that transforms lives and builds a brighter future for the local community.

Flexible Working: A bank contract that allows you to fit work around your other commitments.

Competitive Pay: £12.60 per hour plus additional benefits.

Nurturing Environment: A workplace where you are encouraged to develop new skills and grow.

Key Responsibilities: Creating a Welcoming Space

• Creating a Hub of Connection: Using your warm, friendly nature to make the cafe a safe and attractive space where people feel they truly belong.
• Delivering Exceptional Service: Preparing and presenting high-quality food and barista coffee that inspires joy and positive well being.
• Supporting Volunteers: Showing a caring and compassionate attitude toward our volunteers, helping them feel valued and empowered to grow.
• Building Community Trust: Actively building genuine relationships with customers to ensure they receive a consistently high standard of service.
• Cafe Operations: Working closely with the team on day to day tasks, including cashing up, record keeping, and maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness.
• Safety First: Prioritising the health and safety of everyone within the cafe environment.
• Living Our Values: Demonstrating our core values-Thrive, Believe, Inspire, and Serve-in everything you do.

Working with Us: Our Mission

YMCA North Tyneside is part of the world's largest and oldest youth movement. We are driven by strong values and are dedicated to creating spaces where everyone can hope, belong, contribute and thrive. We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and creating a safe, supportive environment for all.

Ready to Apply!

We are reviewing applications and interviewing as they come in, so please apply as soon as possible.

• Online Application: Please follow the link to our online application form:
• Interview Process: Successful applicants will be invited to a one stage interview.

Safeguarding Note: This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of our commitment to the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Please note: The health, wellbeing and safety of our colleagues is of paramount importance, with this in mind, we have refreshed our approach to recruitment.

YMCA North Tyneside is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce, we aim to be an equal opportunities employer and seek to create an inspiring and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and value inclusion and diversity, which we demonstrate through our activities, policies and working practices.

For more detailed information regarding our commitment to Safeguarding, Equal Opportunities, and the Recruitment of Ex Offenders, please follow the link below.
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