About Canalside
We are a family run farm that has been growing its own produce for the past 40 years.
It was back in 1983 that we bought this small holding in Great Haywood and planted our first strawberries that spring. From the beginning we have provided soft summer fruits, kitchen vegetables and garden plants directly to businesses across the region, and also to the local community from our Farm Shop – one of Staffordshire’s first!
We have continued to grow and develop our offering to customers over the years, and have since: extended our Farm Shop (twice!); built a new Café alongside the historic Trent and Mersey Canal; developed our Pick Your Own experience to include Halloween pumpkins; established a seasonal Plant Centre in our main glasshouse; and created a programme of inspirational, educational events for all the family to enjoy.
We think we have created something special at Canalside, but don’t take our word for it, come and see for yourself!
Meet The Team
Chris
Owner
Wendy
Owner
Geoff
Canalside General
Manager
Anna
Head of Business
Development
Job Opportunities
Cafe Chef
Full-time 5 day role available, (one weekend day) 7.30am-4.30pm.
Our Café is an essential aspect of our Business’s overall Retail & Hospitality proposition - it provides customers with quality food & drink and exceptional customer service.
We are a family run Farm, Shop & Cafe situated on the beautiful Trent & Mersey Canal. We aim to use locally sourced ingredients wherever possible, & when our own produce is in season these are a big part of the meals that we offer in the Cafe.
All our Café Colleagues engage with our customers and are required at all times to be friendly, professional, and knowledgeable to ensure the high level of customer service standards we expect. Our Colleagues must adhere to our strict food safety standards, our presentation and hygiene standards, as well as displaying the flexibility required to ensure a small but busy operation like ours continues to successfully operate.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Preparation of food to the standards outlined by the Head Chef, accurately, efficiently and with minimal waste;
- Food preparation within the guidelines of the HACCP Manual and to a high standard of presentation;
- Take part in conversations regarding seasonal menu changes;
- Must be aware of allergen requirements & how to serve these foods safely.
Qualifications
- Proven culinary experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Strong food preparation and cooking skills
- Prior experience in a kitchen environment is required
- Extensive knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
- Ability to efficiently prepare and serve meals
- Excellent kitchen experience with a focus on meal preparation
Paid lunch breaks, your choice of lunches from our staff menu included, free on-site parking, day time hours.
To apply for this role please send a CV and cover letter to recruitment@canalsidefarm.co.uk by Friday 27th February.
Cafe Kitchen Assistant
Part-time role available, (one weekend day) 24 hours per week.
Our Café is an essential aspect of our Business’s overall Retail & Hospitality proposition - it provides customers with quality food & drink and exceptional customer service.
We are a family run Farm, Shop & Cafe situated on the beautiful Trent & Mersey Canal. We aim to use locally sourced ingredients wherever possible, & when our own produce is in season these are a big part of the meals that we offer in the Cafe.
All our Café Colleagues engage with our customers and are required at all times to be friendly, professional, and knowledgeable to ensure the high level of customer service standards we expect. Our Colleagues must adhere to our strict food safety standards, our presentation and hygiene standards, as well as displaying the flexibility required to ensure a small but busy operation like ours continues to successfully operate.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting in food preparation alongside our Cafe Chefs
- Food preparation within the guidelines of the HACCP Manual and to a high standard of presentation;
- Must be aware of allergen requirements & how to serve these foods safely.
Qualifications
- Previous experience is preferred but not essential
- The ability to listen to instruction
- Work in a timely manner
- Good understanding of food hygiene
Paid lunch breaks, your choice of lunches from our staff menu included, free on-site parking, day time hours.
To apply for this role please send a CV and cover letter to recruitment@canalsidefarm.co.uk by Friday 27th February.