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Wednesday, 7 October 2015

PART-TIME VACANCY - POP UP COFFEE SHOP

Mokha is an artisan coffee bar / pop up coffee shop which operates from a quirky vintage Citroen van and travels to a range of outdoor events across the North West. 

My name is Naddine, myself and my fabulous coffee van (Pierre) are looking for someone to join our team, initally on a temporary basis on the run up to Christmas. 

Pierre and I will be attending a range of Christmas markets, bonfire nights and festivals.


About You:

- You will assist serving customers: take orders, serve cakes etc. I will also train you up as a barista, some previous experience would be great, but a focused, enthusiastic attitude is all you need!

- You must be comfortable working quickly under pressure during busier periods of trade.

- You have a happy personality and enjoy working with the public. 

- You have a polite manner and demonstrate great customer service

- Flexibility and reliability are essential! I will be employing only one person, so I will be counting on you to turn up. 

- You can think on your feet and use initiative to handle situations

- It is Autumn/ Winter and the events are outdoors - that means sometimes a little cold, wind and rain...but nothing a big coat and a brew won't sort out!

- You'll need to be comfortable with travel, sometimes the events are a distance away - but you'll have a comfy chair and Spotify playlist to occupy you. 

- You will get unlimited beautiful hot drinks to drink as often as you wish!



About me and 'Pierre':

- We are baby business, with lots of ambition, passionate about serving wonderful coffee and making people smile at a range of shows and events. 

- We put a lot of love into the process of making coffee and want to get the best out of the business.

- We are in the developmental stages of this business, looking to grow steadily over the course of the coming months. With which, future work opportunities will be available. 


Important extras: 

- Availability most weekends is required.
- Occasional mid week evening work available.
- Initially work will right run up until Christmas - with a view for future opportunity in the New Year. 
- Flexibility, enthusiasm, commitment and reliability are essential. 
- Rates of pay to be discussed in person
- Work opportunity is available immediately

Please respond to the vacancy by sending a CV to mokhavan@gmail.com, with contact information, including a phone number - So I can call to arrange a meeting. 


Check out Mokha on Twitter and Facebook:


Part time vacancies at the imperial hotel

The Imperial Hotel are looking for food and drink service staff to join the conference and banqueting team. It is a casual contract and will be to assist with functions and conferences in the bar and restaurant. Weekend and evening work.

If anyone is interested in gaining some work experience to enhance their CV as well as earning some extra cash email hroberts@thehotelcollection.co.uk for more details.

Part time coffee shop vacancy

PART-TIME VACANCY - POP UP COFFEE SHOP

Mokha is an artisan coffee bar / pop up coffee shop which operates from a quirky vintage Citroen van and travels to a range of outdoor events across the North West. 

My name is Naddine, myself and my fabulous coffee van (Pierre) are looking for someone to join our team, initally on a temporary basis on the run up to Christmas. 

Pierre and I will be attending a range of Christmas markets, bonfire nights and festivals.


About You:

- You will assist serving customers: take orders, serve cakes etc. I will also train you up as a barista, some previous experience would be great, but a focused, enthusiastic attitude is all you need!

- You must be comfortable working quickly under pressure during busier periods of trade.

- You have a happy personality and enjoy working with the public. 

- You have a polite manner and demonstrate great customer service

- Flexibility and reliability are essential! I will be employing only one person, so I will be counting on you to turn up. 

- You can think on your feet and use initiative to handle situations

- It is Autumn/ Winter and the events are outdoors - that means sometimes a little cold, wind and rain...but nothing a big coat and a brew won't sort out!

- You'll need to be comfortable with travel, sometimes the events are a distance away - but you'll have a comfy chair and Spotify playlist to occupy you. 

- You will get unlimited beautiful hot drinks to drink as often as you wish!



About me and 'Pierre':

- We are baby business, with lots of ambition, passionate about serving wonderful coffee and making people smile at a range of shows and events. 

- We put a lot of love into the process of making coffee and want to get the best out of the business.

- We are in the developmental stages of this business, looking to grow steadily over the course of the coming months. With which, future work opportunities will be available. 


Important extras: 

- Availability most weekends is required.
- Occasional mid week evening work available.
- Initially work will right run up until Christmas - with a view for future opportunity in the New Year. 
- Flexibility, enthusiasm, commitment and reliability are essential. 
- Rates of pay to be discussed in person
- Work opportunity is available immediately


Check out Mokha on Twitter and Facebook:


Our new home.........

A new home


The futures staff are now based in a new location in Cafe+.

Come to see us with all your UCAS, Career and Work Experience questions.

We are happy to look over your CV's, check cover letters and job application forms and give you advice on the best routes into the job sectors that interest you. 

Natalie has also joined the team to offer advice on Work experience and volunteering whether it be part of your course or independently arranged.

We have a comprehensive range of publications to help you decide on your future plans, including a large number of higher education prospectuses.

We hope to see you soon.





Thursday, 11 June 2015

Damar Apprenticeship Vacancies 2015




We are currently working with a number of North West businesses who are offering apprenticeship opportunities with really exciting career prospects.

For example, a national Business Services provider have engaged us to run their first ever Legal Services apprenticeship programme with 6 vacancies available for this summer’s leavers.  We have also been engaged by modern, legacy-free British Bank, who are also piloting a programme offering young people the chance to join their expanding client services team.

For more information please have a look at our website www.damartraining.com

Stagecoach Apprenticeship Opportunities 2015


If you are interested in mechanics and would like the opportunity to work with stagecoach, they are recruiting six apprentices on their mechanical fitter function team.

Please contact them directly to discuss these opportunities further

Chemistry Event - Networking with local employers




Please see attached the poster for this careers event happening at Blackpool Sixth Form College on 23rd June 2015, 4-6:15pm

It's suitable for all students studying Chemistry/BTEC or any students who want a chance to speak to scientists working in industry. The companies represented include National Nuclear Laboratory, Global Renewables, Victrex, Springfield Fuels, Thermofisher, University of Leeds (PhD on bioenergy) and our very own Keith.

The event will be made up of 3 minute talks followed by a networking buffet (free food!!). 

Please register for free online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolsixth