55 Best cafe assistant Jobs in Woodford Green (March 2026)

French Patisserie/ bakery looking for Part/time Full/time shops assistant/ Barista Experienced or unexperienced candidates are welcome.

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Gingerandmint east village

We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen Team Member to join our healthy cafe team at Gingerandmint east village. You will be instrumental in assisting with the preparation of our healthy breakfasts, salads, and lunch dishes, contributing to the overall smooth operation of our kitchen. Key Responsibilities: • Assisting chefs with food preparation and cooking tasks., • Ensuring all food safety and hygiene standards are maintained., • Contributing to the general cleanliness and organization of the kitchen., • Supporting the team during busy periods to ensure efficient service., • Performing general kitchen duties as required. We are looking for someone who is: • Reliable and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • A strong team player with a positive and proactive attitude., • Willing to learn and adapt to our existing healthy and vegan menu., • Able to handle morning opening and afternoon closing duties. Requirements: • Previous experience in a kitchen or cafe environment is preferred., • A basic understanding of food preparation techniques and hygiene practices. Schedule: • Full-time position., • Daytime shifts only, no evenings., • Part-time position, • weekend position

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MÉLI-MÉLO le bistro-café

Walthamstow, Waltham Forest

Bakery Assistant – Job Description A Bakery Assistant supports the daily operations of the bakery by helping prepare baked goods, maintaining cleanliness, and delivering excellent customer service. Key responsibilities: Assist with preparing and baking pastries, breads, and desserts Weigh and measure ingredients accurately Maintain a clean and organized workstation Help with stock rotation and ingredient storage Serve customers and handle basic transactions if required Follow food hygiene and safety standards at all times Skills & requirements: Basic knowledge or interest in baking and pastry Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Good teamwork and communication skills Attention to detail and cleanliness Flexible availability (including weekends) Desirable: Previous experience in a bakery or café Food hygiene certificate Shift: Early morning shifts, 5:00am – 10:00am This role requires reliability and punctuality, as the bakery assistant will help with early preparation and opening duties to ensure fresh products are ready for the day.

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Eco Bravo Cafe

Part-Time Café Assistant / Barista – Chiltern Velo Café

Are you friendly, reliable, and enjoy working in a busy café environment? Chiltern Velo Cafe is looking for a part-time team member to join us in the heart of the Chilterns. We’re a welcoming cafe popular with cyclists, walkers, families, and locals, and we’re proud of the warm atmosphere we create every day. What we’re looking for: • A positive, outgoing personality and a genuine love for good customer service, • Someone reliable and flexible, including weekends and occasional early starts, • Able to work well under pressure during busy periods, • Barista or café experience is a bonus, but not essential. We’re happy to train the right person, • Must speak English, • UK residency and the right to work are essential The role includes: • Making coffees and preparing a range of hot and cold drinks, • Preparing fresh food such as sandwiches, salads, and light brunch items, • Creating a warm, friendly experience for every customer, • Keeping the cafe clean, organised, and following food hygiene standards, • Supporting the team with day-to-day cafe tasks Why work with us: • A friendly, supportive team in a beautiful countryside location, • A relaxed but fast-paced cafe environment, • Part-time hours with some flexibility If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you.

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MÉLI-MÉLO le bistro-café

Walthamstow, Waltham Forest

Key Responsibilities Section Management Take full responsibility for an assigned section (grill, sauce, pastry, larder, etc.) Prepare, cook, and present dishes to the required standard Ensure smooth service on their section Preparation & Service Carry out mise en place efficiently Maintain speed, accuracy, and consistency during service Follow recipes, specs, and plating guides Quality & Standards Maintain high food quality and presentation Monitor freshness, rotation, and portion control Reduce waste and report shortages or issues Hygiene & Safety Keep section clean, organised, and compliant with food safety standards Follow allergen and hygiene procedures Ensure correct storage and labelling Team Support Assist Commis Chefs and trainees on the section Communicate clearly with Sous & Head Chef Step up to support other sections when needed Skills & Qualities Strong cooking skills in their section Good organisation and time management Calm under pressure during service Team player with attention to detail Willingness to learn and develop Typical Experience Required Previous experience as a Commis Chef or Junior CDP Solid understanding of kitchen operations Food hygiene certification

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MÉLI-MÉLO le bistro-café

Walthamstow, Waltham Forest

Key Responsibilities Cleaning & Hygiene Wash dishes, utensils, pots, and pans Keep kitchen floors, walls, and surfaces clean Operate and maintain dishwashing equipment Dispose of waste correctly and recycle where required Kitchen Support Assist chefs with basic food preparation (peeling, chopping, portioning) Restock stations and fridges Help receive and store deliveries properly Organisation Keep storage areas clean and organised Ensure equipment is clean and ready for service Support opening and closing kitchen procedures Health & Safety Follow food hygiene and health & safety standards Use cleaning chemicals correctly Report maintenance or safety issues Skills & Qualities Reliable and hardworking Good timekeeping Able to work in a fast-paced environment Team-oriented attitude Willing to learn kitchen skills Typical Experience Required No formal experience required (training provided) Food hygiene awareness is a plus

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