General Cafe Assistant

Position: General Cafe Assistant - Flexible
Would you like to work in our Café at Creative Gardens Donaghadee? This permanent position offers weekend work most weeks on a flexible rota basis.

Please note:

this position may be suitable for students as weekend availability is essential. Hourly Rate will be: 21yrs + £ £ £8.70 We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with excellent people skills to join our team. Experience working in a similar environment would be ideal but not essential as training will be provided. The roles will involve working to keep the front of house tables cleared, the seating area tidy and working in the washroom.

There is scope for more duties to be gained by the successful candidate as experience is gained. We are an award-winning Group, winning countless awards for our centres and cafes over the years. Beginning our journey in the 1980s, the family run business has grown from a small nursery operating out the greenhouses at the family home, to running four centre gardens and cafés cross Northern Ireland with an annual turnover in excess of £12.5m with over 220 employees.

The Group prides itself on positive, pleasurable and enjoyable environment each centre provides both its customers and employees. This is reflected in the repeat custom through almost 40 years and many long-standing employees who have been an integral part of its success and growth. Some of the Perks we offer Hourly rate pay paid for every hour you work. We offer amazing staff discounts of up to 30% across the Garden Centre.

You can avail yourself of the free onsite parking at each centre. Better work/life balance with sociable working hours. You can enjoy a complimentary lunch during each shift along with free tea and coffee. We never forget a birthday when you will receive a birthday scratch card. We like to provide many small perks throughout the year, from staff room treats, free ice lollies during the summer months, raffles and more.

The uniform is provided. The closing date is Thursday 22 October 2026 at 12pm Applications received after this date, will not be accepted. You must complete the online company application form to be considered for the role. We are unable to accept job centre application forms or stand-alone CVs. If you have difficulty completing the form or need assistance, please contact us on or email .

Creative Gardens (NI) is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications form all sections of the community. All appointments will be made on the basis of merit.