Job description Named National Retailer of the Year in 2021 by Retail Excellence Ireland, Arboretum constantly strives for excellence. Arboretum is a forward-thinking, inspirational, trusted, family-run business. Our vision is to create a haven of escape for our customers where they can enjoy an inspirational and fulfilling retail experience in the worlds of garden, home, fashion and food. We are dedicated to creating an unrivalled shopping experience for all our customers. Our staff play a key role in this. We are currently recruiting for a Café Assistant/Barista in our award-winning Rachel's Garden Café in our Arboretum Leighlinbridge Store, which was named Garden Centre of the Year in 2019 by Retail Excellence Ireland. This role is a full-time position which includes weekdays and weekends. Who you report to: The Café Manager Duties include: Preparing and serving hot and cold drinks such as coffee, tea, artisan and speciality beverages. Cleaning and sanitising work areas, utensils and equipment Cleaning service and seating areas Describing menu items and suggesting products to customers Serving customers and taking orders Ordering, receiving and distributing stock supplies Receiving and processing customer payments Previous barista experience in a busy coffee shop is a must. Why work with us? Day to day: Staff Discount / Subsidized Café Free Tea/Coffee before 9am Flexible work Schedules Day time hours Redicare Inform Provides you and your family with unlimited online health coach consultations Interesting and varied work Attractive environment Getting here: Bike2Work Scheme Accessible with local bus routes Recognition: Recognition and rewards Staff Awards Night Staff Team building events. Length of service rewards Free Breakfast / Lunch rewards Career Progression Be part of a great team: We are a vibrant energetic team. We have won multiple awards across retail and hospitality sectors. Refer a Friend scheme Job Type: Full-time Expected hours: 35/40 per week Benefits: Bike to work scheme Company events Employee discount On-site parking Sick pay Schedule: 8 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate: Rathvinden, Carlow, CO. Carlow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Food safety regulations: 1 year (preferred) HACCP: 1 year (preferred) Barista: 1 year (required) Cafe environment: 2 years (preferred) Skills: Barista Customer Service Café Assistant