Front of House Assistant – Fryers Garden Centre

An exciting opportunity has arisen at our Fryers Garden Centre Restaurant.

Are you passionate about delivering great customer service? Do you enjoy working in a lively, customer-facing environment and being part of a friendly team? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Position: Front of House Assistant
Location: Fryers Garden Centre Restaurant, part of the Blue Diamond Group
Hours: 10 hours - flexible to work weekdays or weekends where needed

Why Join Us?

Fryers Garden Centre is part of the Blue Diamond Group, the UK’s largest garden centre group by turnover, with 52 centres across the UK and Channel Islands. The Group has grown significantly over the years and is committed to providing a supportive working environment, excellent training, and opportunities for career growth.

At Fryers, we’re passionate about creating an enjoyable experience for every customer, combining quality food and beverages with friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere. Our restaurant team plays a key role in making sure each visit is memorable.

The Role

We are looking for a friendly, confident, and enthusiastic Front of House Assistant to join our restaurant team. You’ll be the face of our restaurant, helping to create a welcoming environment and ensuring every customer has a positive experience.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Welcoming customers and providing friendly, attentive service

• Taking orders and operating the till, handling cash and card payments

• Preparing and serving hot drinks and beverages (barista experience is a plus)

• Clearing and resetting tables to maintain a clean and inviting environment

• Assisting customers with queries and ensuring their needs are met

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation across front-of-house areas

• Supporting the wider restaurant team during busy periods

About You

Previous experience in a customer-facing or hospitality role is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Barista experience would be advantageous, but training will be offered for all team members.

Essential qualities include:

• A warm, approachable manner and strong customer service skills

• Ability to work well as part of a team and use initiative

• Good communication skills and attention to detail

• High standard of personal presentation and hygiene

• Flexibility to work weekends on a rota basis

What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• Staff discount on garden centre and restaurant purchases

• Free on-site parking

• No evening shifts or split shifts, supporting a healthy work/life balance

• Supportive team environment with opportunities for development