About this role
We are delighted to offer a hands-on work placement opportunity at Cumman na Daoine (CnD) Community Cafe. A community hub where great food and warm company go hand in hand. This placement is ideal for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is eager to gain real-world experience in the hospitality industry. The successful participant will be immersed in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of CnD Cafe, gaining valuable insights and practical skills across multiple areas of the business. This placement offers a supportive learning environment, where participants will be mentored by experienced staff and encouraged to develop both professionally and personally. Key Learning Areas Include: • Food Safety & Hygiene • Preparation of food • General cleaning of the kitchen • Washing of pots and utensils • Putting away deliveries & completing relevant documentation • Customer Service: dealing with general inquiries, information sharing. • Stock taking & ordering Basic Administrative tasks, record-keeping, filing, updating café menus, printing. Additional Skills and Experience Gained: • 🔴 Teamwork and communication in a busy environment • 🔴 Understanding of front-of-house and back-of-house operations • 🔴 Exposure to menu planning and seasonal food sourcing • 🔴 Basic barista training and beverage preparation • 🔴 Health & safety protocols and compliance standards • 🔴 Time management and multitasking under pressur. This is a training and work experience opportunity; no prior experience in this role is necessary. Accredited and/or sector recognised training will be provided to support your placement. Participants are eligible to participate in the WPEP QQI Work Experience Module which was developed by the Education & Training Boards in collaboration with the Department of Social Protection. This optional module will fulfil your accredited training requirements for the WPEP. The participant will receive formal/ informal training in the following Formal Training: Health & Safety HACCP Manual Handling Informal Training: Customer service Stock taking Ordering General restaurant kitchen work.