The Isle of Wight Steam Railway is a successful and expanding heritage railway, operating steam trains on some 200 days per year. We are a major tourist attraction with over 120,000 visitors each year and we are committed to an excellent visitor experience.
Vacancies for any full-time or part-time posts available at The Isle of Wight Steam Railway will normally be advertised on this page.
CURRENT VACANCIES
Job Title: Commercial Cook
Come and join the Isle of Wight Steam Railway and be a part of a team that delivers an exceptional experience, amidst the charm of historic steam trains and beautiful scenery.
As a Commercial Cook, you will work in a team as in our main catering outlet kitchen, to provide quality home cooked favourites, great customer service and be proactive in ensuring that our customers have a positive, memorable and inspiring dining experience.
Contract term: Seasonal, April – October
Location: Havenstreet, Isle of Wight
Contract Type: Zero Hours
Salary: National Minimum Wage
Main Purpose of Role:
As a Commercial Cook, you will work in our main catering outlet as required, to provide quality home cooked favourites, great customer service and be proactive in ensuring that our customers have a positive, memorable and inspiring dining experience. This will also include event catering on a large scale.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparation of food ready for service & customer consumption
- Working to strict environmental health regulations & guidelines
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the catering area
- Engage with customers and provide excellent service
- Work alongside other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations
- Be knowledgeable about menu items and particularly Allergens to assist customers who have an intolerance
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About You:
We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who:
- Have previous experience in a catering or hospitality kitchen environment, however full training will be given
- Has excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Has own transport due to location, this is essential
- Are a keen team player with a positive attitude
- Has the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
- Has flexibility to work varied hours including weekends, evenings and holidays.
- Is highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Is willing to learn, develop & support continuous improvement
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What we Offer
- Flexible working schedules
- A chance to work in a beautiful, unique and historic environment
- Competitive pay
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Friendly professional working environment
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How to Apply
If you are passionate about food and customer service and want to be a part of a unique experience at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to our catering manager Stuart Angus:
Catering Assistant
Contract term: Seasonal, April – October
Location: Havenstreet, Isle of Wight
Contract Type: Zero Hours
Salary: National Minimum Wage
Main Purpose of Role:
Come and join the Isle of Wight Steam Railway and be a part of a team that delivers an exceptional experience, amidst the charm of historic steam trains and beautiful scenery. As a Catering Assistant, you will work in any of our outlets as required, to provide great customer service and be proactive in ensuring that our customers have a positive, memorable, and inspiring dining experience. This will also include event catering.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assist in the preparation and serving of food and beverages
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the catering area
- Engage with customers and provide excellent service
- Be knowledgeable about menu items and particularly Allergens to assist customers who have an intolerance
About You:
- We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who:
- Have previous experience in a catering or hospitality environment, this is desirable but not essential
- Has excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Have their own transport as this is essential due to location
- Are a keen team player with a positive attitude
- Has the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
- Has flexibility to work varied hours including weekends, evenings and holidays.
- Is highly organised with a strong attention to detail.
- Is willing to learn, develop, and support continuous improvement
What we Offer
- Flexible working schedules
- A chance to work in a beautiful, unique and historic environment
- Competitive pay
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Friendly professional working environment
How to Apply
If you are passionate about food and customer service and want to be a part of a unique experience at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to catering manager Stuart Angus:
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
We currently require individuals to work in all departments throughout the Railway. Take a look at our Volunteer pages. Whether you are looking for an interesting and rewarding volunteer role or to acquire training and a skill set for your CV, we have something for you.
To see what’s available go to the Volunteer pages – click HERE for further information, and to complete the online application form.
- Station Maintenance
- Gardening
- Fund-raising
- Mechanical Engineering
- Operating trains
- Catering
- Administration
- Carriage & Wagon
- Special Events
- Train Story Guide
- Booking Clerk