Tea Room

Working in the Tea Room at Ribble Steam Railway is a warm, friendly, and vital part of the visitor experience. It’s ideal for sociable volunteers who enjoy working in a café-style setting and being part of a close-knit, supportive team.

Customer Service

Greet customers with a smile

Take orders and serve food and drinks

Handle queries and recommend items

 Cash Handling

Use the till (training provided)

Take payments by cash or card

Keep track of basic stock and change

 Food Preparation (Basic)

Make sandwiches, toasties, soups, hot drinks

Serve cakes, scones, and snacks

Follow hygiene and food safety guidelines

 Cleaning & Resetting

Wipe tables and trays

Wash up crockery and utensils

Keep surfaces tidy and bins emptied

What skills do I need?

Being Able to do food and hygiene level 2 is a must.

Friendly & welcoming | You’ll meet families, tourists, and regulars 

 Good communicator | Helps when taking orders and answering questions 

 Basic food hygiene awareness | Training provided, but cleanliness matters 

Confidence handling money | You’ll use the till (don’t worry—support is provided) 

 Reliability | Shifts are short and flexible, but teamwork depends on consistency 

 Physically active | You’ll be on your feet and carrying light trays and dishes 

When do I need to be available?