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Cook - Melin Tregwynt café

Melin Tregwynt is a much-loved visitor destination and iconic Welsh brand with over 100 years of heritage. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Cook to join our café team.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality dishes, developing menus, managing kitchen operations including ordering, and ensuring excellent standards of hygiene and efficiency.

The cook will take ownership of the cafe kitchen, contribute creatively and play a key role as part of the café team. 

Key Responsibilities:
•    Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes consistently to a high standard
•    Design and develop innovative menus that reflect seasonal availability and customer preferences
•    Source ingredients with a focus on quality, cost-efficiency, and sustainability
•    Plan and execute catering for functions and special events, for example BBQ menu during the Summer Event. 
•    Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient operations
•    Create new dishes from scratch, including full documentation of recipes, costings, ingredients, and allergen information
•    Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety in compliance with regulations
•    Support overall day-to-day café operations and ensure back of house runs smoothly

Working Relationships:
You will work closely with the café manager and front-of-house team to ensure a seamless customer experience.

Working pattern: 
Full-time | Weekends essential | Day time hours with the occasional evening. 

Desirable:
• Level two Food Hygiene 
• Allergen certificate

Location: Melin Tregwynt, off the main A487 between St.Davids and Fishguard, postcode SA62 5UX

 Applications: Please send to: jobs@melintregwynt.co.uk

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Join the Team at Melin Tregwynt Café!

Melin Tregwynt is a much-loved visitor destination and iconic Welsh brand with over 100 years of heritage. Now proudly run as an employee ownership trust, we’re entering an exciting new chapter, and we’d love you to be part of it.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Café Assistant with a strong focus on kitchen preparation and barista experience.

If you enjoy working in a friendly, welcoming, fast paced environment and take pride in creating memorable visitor experiences, this could be the perfect role for you.

What you’ll be doing:
As part of our Mill Café team, you’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional experience for every customer who visits.

  • Supporting the day-to-day running of the café
  • Creating a warm, friendly atmosphere and delivering outstanding customer service
  • Preparing fresh food and ensuring high-quality presentation
  • Making and serving hot drinks using an espresso machine
  • Keeping shelves stocked and checking food quality and expiry dates
  • Handling cash, card payments, and daily till reconciliation
  • Managing bookings and responding to telephone enquiries
  • Promoting all aspects of the Melin Tregwynt business
  • Maintaining accurate daily records
  • Ensuring the café and public areas are clean, tidy, and welcoming
  • Carrying out regular deep cleaning of kitchen equipment, including coffee machines, fridges, and cooking appliances
  • Upholding the highest standards of hygiene and food safety
  • Supporting other areas of the business when needed

About you:
We’re looking for someone who brings energy, care, and a positive attitude to everything they do.

  • A strong team player with a friendly, approachable manner
  • Enjoys preparing and creating high-quality food and coffees
  • Excellent customer service, communication and organisation skills
  • Confident handling cash and working with tills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to manage time effectively in a busy environment
  • Flexible and willing to help where needed

What we offer:

  • A supportive, friendly team environment
  • The chance to be part of a unique, employee-owned business
  • Full-time and part-time opportunities available
  • A varied and rewarding role in a beautiful setting

Weekend working is essential.

If you’re passionate about great service, quality food and coffee, and being part of something special, we’d love to hear from you.

Location:

Melin Tregwynt, off the main A487 between St.Davids and Fishguard, postcode SA62 5UX

 

Applications:

 

Please send to: jobs@melintregwynt.co.uk