Cook and Front of House Assistant (The Coal Shed Cafe at Ardtornish)

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Kitchen and Café Assistant Closing date 12 th Jan 2026. Following the success of the first season operating our new café The Coal Shed we are excited to be recruiting for a full-time Kitchen and Café Assistant to join our team in both the kitchen and front of house from February 2026.
If youre passionate about cooking and good food, enjoy working in a customer-facing environment and want to be part of a friendly team in what has already proved to be a successful new venture, then wed love to hear from you.
Above all, we are committed to finding the right person for our team. For us, a positive attitude, adaptability, reliability and a genuine team-player mentality are more important than formal experience. We are happy to train the right candidate who brings enthusiasm, flexibility and a strong work ethic.
Role Description
As your primary role, you will be trained by our Head Chef to prepare and cook all menu items and rotating daily specials. Responsibilities will include food preparation, stock management and waste control, as well as close collaboration with the front of house team to ensure consistently high standards of service and that the café operates smoothly, efficiently and with minimal waste. After completing your training, you will take responsibility for managing the kitchen during the Chefs days off and holidays, supported by the tourism team during peak periods
As a secondary role, you will be the welcoming face of the café, ensuring every guest enjoys a warm, friendly and professional experience. Responsibilities will include covering days off for our full-time front of house team member; greeting customers, taking and processing orders, serving food and beverages, assisting with kitchen porter duties, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the café. Once fully trained in Café operations, you will work front of house to cover days off and holidays.
The café operates seven days a week, so your working hours will be scheduled on a five-day rota, combining mid-week and weekend shifts in either the kitchen or the café. On rare occasions, such as to provide holiday cover, you may be required to work up to seven consecutive days, with time off in lieu provided. From 2026 we will be hosting occasional evening themed events, which you will also be required to work, all within your contracted hours.
During the winter shut-down, the café will close for routine maintenance. During this time, you will be required to support the wider tourism team in line with the needs of the business.
What we are looking for
Friendly, reliable, punctual and well-presented, with a genuine interest in hospitality
Confident communication and strong customer service skills
A keen eye for detail, with accuracy in order taking and pride in high standards of food presentation, cleanliness and hygiene
The ability to multitask during busy service periods and work calmly and cooperatively as part of a close-knit team
Flexibility and willingness to work across both kitchen and front of house as required
Good numerical skills, with confidence in handling cash and card transactions
Previous experience in a café, hospitality or similar role is an advantage but not essential, as full training will be provided
What we offer
Salary £27,000
Accommodation for the right candidate
Share of hospitality gratuities
Full-time, permanent position
32 days annual leave
Pension scheme
Staff discounts
Supportive and friendly team environment.

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Location:
Oban
Job Type:
FullTime

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