Jobs and Volunteering
We are currently recruiting for the following roles:
Cafe Manager
Commis Chef
Café Manager
Closing date: 02 February 2025 23:59pm BST
Interviews: Week Commencing 10 February 2025
Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art are very excited to be offering up the opportunity for a person with a real passion for hospitality to join our team as Café Manager as part of the Trading operations of the Baltic charity.
Baltic is housed in a former flour mill on the historic banks of the River Tyne in Gateshead. A dramatic landmark building, the gallery hosts an ever-changing calendar of exhibitions and events. Our mission is to create greater understanding of the world through the vision of contemporary artists.
This role oversees the day-to-day running of Baltic Kitchen our beautiful newly refurbished Café. You must lead the café team and be well presented with excellent communication, operational and admin skills. You will drive the business and work front of house, liaising with Baltic visitors and customers on a day-to-day basis.
Reporting to the Hospitality Operations Manager you will ensure that together, the team are motivated and trained to meet the highest levels of guest care as you lead by example.
Key information
Reports to: Hospitality Operations Manager
Salary: £26,729.00 per annum
Working hours: 37 hours per week. Shifts will vary, they will include evenings and weekends.
Place of Work: Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, South Shore Road, Gateshead NE8 3BA
Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays pro-rata
Benefits: 30% discount at BALTIC’s shop and discounted menu at BALTIC Kitchen, 10% off standard rooms & food at Malmaison Hotel Newcastle, Discount at Local Retailers, Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme
Closing date: 02 February 2025 23:59pm BST
Interviews: Week Commencing 10 February 2025
Must have eligibility to work in the UK.
BALTIC is committed to the goal of building a diverse workforce. We are inviting people with different skills, experiences and backgrounds to apply for this opportunity. We encourage applications from those who consider themselves as having a minority representation in this field.
Commis Chef
Closing date: 09 February 2025 23:59pm BST
Interviews: Week Commencing 17 February 2025
Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art are very excited to be offering up the opportunity for a person with a real passion for food and hospitality to join our team as a Commis Chef in our Events Kitchen and Café.
Baltic is housed in a former flour mill on the historic banks of the River Tyne in Gateshead. A dramatic landmark building, the gallery hosts an ever-changing calendar of exhibitions and events.
From exhibition previews, weddings and fashion shows to corporate events and supporting our café, Baltic Kitchen. This role provides a dynamic and exciting experience for a dedicated Commis Chef.
This role assists the day to day running of our Events kitchen & Baltic Kitchen. We are looking for a creative, passionate, and enthusiastic Commis Chef to work with our Kitchen Manager to produce exciting food daily.
Reporting to the Kitchen Manager you will ensure that together, we are continuing to meet the highest levels of guest care.
As the Commis Chef, the successful candidate will need the following attributes:
- Passion for preparing and cooking quality fresh food.
- Experience in compliance and quality control.
- Good understanding of food, health and safety regulations.
- Experience working in a high-volume kitchen.
- Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent punctuality and communication skills.
Main Areas of Responsibility
- Day to day production of the event & café menus
- Following company policies which affect your department.
- To ensure that the department creates a professional impression to customers and team members.
- To always follow procedures for food and beverage controls.
- Maintaining departmental operating standards.
- Other duties as specified by the Kitchen Manager to reflect the needs of the business.
- Work together with the team to ensure that the business is the best it can be.
- Be willing to take on jobs to balance the team workload.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene.
- Dealing with deliveries and stock rotation.
This is position is 37 hours per week. Shifts will vary, they will include evenings and weekends reflecting the café/events schedule.
Key Information
Reports to: Kitchen Manager
Salary: £25,575 per annum (pro-rata to 20 hours per week)
Working hours: 20 hours per week. Shifts will vary, they will include evenings and weekends reflecting the café/events schedule.
Place of Work: Your usual place of work will be BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, South Shore Road, Gateshead NE8 3BA
Annual leave: You will be entitled to 25 days (pro-rata to 20 hours per week) of paid annual leave plus bank holidays.
Benefits: 30% discount at BALTIC’s shop and discounted menu at BALTIC Kitchen, 20% discount at SIX Restaurant, 10% off standard rooms & food at Malmaison Hotel Newcastle, Discount at various local retailers, Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Program.
Must have eligibility to work in the UK.
Baltic is committed to the goal of building a diverse workforce. We are inviting people with different skills, experiences, backgrounds, gender, orientation, and neurodiversity to apply for this opportunity. We encourage applications from those who consider themselves as having a minority representation in this field.
Equal Opportunities Statement
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As a registered charity, donations to Baltic are crucial as rising costs threaten our ability to
- Keep our exhibitions free entry and accessible to everyone
- Preserve support and opportunities for our communities to thrive
- Maintain our historical and iconic building
