Job Title: Part time Barista (Monday-Sunday) Must be available 12pm-5pm Location: Dagenham About Us: We’re a cozy and vibrant coffee shop and patisserie in East London, known for our specialty coffee, delicious pastries, and welcoming atmosphere. Our shop is a community favourite, especially among students and locals, and we pride ourselves on exceptional service, quality products, and a friendly vibe. We’re looking for a part-time barista to join our team, someone who brings warmth, energy, and a proactive attitude to work. Job Overview: As a part-time barista, you’ll be responsible for crafting exceptional coffee, interacting with customers, and keeping our space clean and inviting. You must be available to work from 12pm to 5.30 PM, on the agreed days, helping us handle the midday to afternoon rush. We also open weekends, so must be available to work Saturday and Sunday 11am-4pm. Ideally, you’re someone with experience in coffee, but more importantly, you have a bubbly, can-do personality and love creating positive experiences for everyone who walks through our doors. Responsibilities: - Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and beverages - Engage with customers warmly and professionally, creating a welcoming and friendly environment - Assist with light food preparation, handling pastries, and serving items from our patisserie menu - Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workspace, including the coffee bar, toilets and seating area - Handle payments and operate the POS system accurately - Restock supplies and proactively assist in keeping inventory organized What We’re Looking For: - Experience: Previous barista experience is preferred, but not essential if you’re a fast learner with a passion for coffee. We can teach you everything! - Personality: Outgoing, friendly, and able to connect with a variety of customers. We love a barista who can brighten someone’s day! - Proactive Attitude: Always willing to jump in, whether it’s helping clean, restocking, or engaging with customers during busy periods - Attention to Detail: You care about presentation, quality, and making every cup just right - Reliability: Punctual and committed to covering the hours agreed upon - Location: Preferably local to the East London area What We Offer: - Potential for additional hours - A supportive team environment where your contributions are valued - Opportunities to grow and learn within our coffee and patisserie family - Free coffee and discounts on our delicious pastries and food items
Key Responsibilities: Supervise the daily operations of the store Plan and organise staff shifts to ensure the store is properly staffed during busy hours Assist in managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and maintaining stock accuracy Train, support, and motivate team members to deliver excellent customer service Ensure shelves are well-stocked, clean, and attractively displayed Monitor and maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards throughout the store Resolve customer concerns and escalate issues where necessary Oversee PayPoint operations and support customers with bill payments Open and close the store securely as required, including handling keys and alarms
Job Title: Confectioner Number of Positions Required: 1 (One) Employment Type: Full-time Place of work: 24 Rowallen Parade Green Lane, Dagenham, Essex, United Kingdom, RM8 1XU Salary: £38700 per annum Key Duties of the required job role: Given the highly specialised nature of traditional South Asian confectionery preparation, the engagement of a professionally trained Confectioner is essential to the continued success and cultural authenticity of our client’s business (Shirin Mahal Sweets and Bakers Ltd). Our client submits that the business specialises in artisan-quality sweets and desserts that require precise preparation techniques, traditional recipes, and skilled craftsmanship. This role is central to ensuring that product quality remains consistent and that the business can respond effectively to growing customer demand. The appointment of a full-time Confectioner will support both day-to-day operations and long-term growth by enhancing production capacity, ensuring product variety, and upholding hygiene and presentation standards. The successful candidate will play an instrumental role in delivering premium quality mithai and bakery items that are core to the company’s reputation and commercial offering. Key Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Accurately measure and weigh ingredients in accordance with traditional recipes for South Asian sweets and baked items. 2. Mix ingredients manually or using machinery to achieve the required consistency for items such as barfi, gulab jamun, jalebi, laddoo, and rusks (Asian sweets). 3. Prepare and shape dough for traditional bakery items including buns and naan khatai, using appropriate rolling, kneading, and moulding techniques. 4. Bake a variety of sweets and pastries while ensuring proper temperature control and consistency across batches. 5. Apply decorative finishes such as sugarwork, nuts, edible foil (varq), glazes, or icing on finished products in line with cultural presentation styles. 6. Monitor product quality throughout preparation and baking processes to ensure adherence to company and hygiene standards. 7. Innovate new product variations and seasonal specials aligned with customer preferences and cultural celebrations. 8. Maintain cleanliness of workstations and equipment, ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety regulations at all times. Required Skills and Qualifications: 1. Minimum GCSE-level education or equivalent 2. Good command of spoken and written English 3. At least 1 year of experience in a similar culinary role 4. Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent 5. Knowledge of traditional South Asian sweets and savoury preparation techniques 6. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment 7. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality 8. Ability to supervise and support junior kitchen staff 9. Understanding of kitchen health and safety procedures