Front of house runner and porter Role:
Key Responsibilities:
1. Cleaning and Maintenance
- Regularly clean and sanitize floors, walls, doors, and surfaces in the entrance, bar, dining area, and toilets.
- Ensure all bins in the front-of-house areas are emptied and cleaned regularly.
- Refill consumables (e.g., soap, toilet paper, paper towels) in guest restrooms as required.
- Keep high-traffic areas clean during service without disturbing guests.
Closing shift primarily 10am - 6pm.
27 Craven Terrace, W2 3EL, London
Popular Cafe in Central London • 11-50 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since February, 2024
We are a family-run cafe which offers healthy and nutritious meals (alongside excellent coffee). We are highly reputable and focus on high-quality plates using premium and well-sourced ingredients.
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