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Join the team at Nettle

Nettle is more than just a café & bookshop – it’s a community space rooted in care, curiosity and connection. We believe in preventative health, local food, and creating a slower, more human approach to hospitality.

Alongside a nourishing breakfast and brunch menu, you’ll find a cosy second-hand bookshop full of hidden gems, a retail section featuring locally made goods, and a growing calendar of wellbeing-rooted events – from woodcarving and herbalism to foraging walks, beekeeping, live music, and evening gatherings.

We’re finally opening our doors in Port Sunlight, and we’re building a team of kind, grounded and passionate people who want to grow with us.

We’re not looking for perfection. We’re looking for attitude. People who care about the why, not just the what. People who are warm, dependable, open to learning and genuinely excited about what Nettle stands for.

Our Jobs

Chef Run the kitchen from day one. You’ll be responsible for prep lists, ordering, hygiene standards, and making sure dishes are made to spec and hit financial targets. You’ll need to have enough experience to hold your own – but not so much that you want to completely take over. You’ll be making our food to start with, and have freedom to co-develop the menu over time.

Second Chef
You might be a junior sous looking to step up. You’ll support the lead chef, help keep the kitchen spotless, and be confident jumping in when the main chef is off. It’s about being reliable, flexible, and calm under pressure.

FOH/BOH – The Swiss Army Knife
You do a bit of everything. Jump into the kitchen to help with prep or dishes, and out front to run food or drinks when needed. You’re practical, flexible, and love learning all sides of the operation.

Barista
You’ll be our go-to person on the coffee machine, setting the pace and energy for the space. Personality and warmth matter just as much as coffee skills – if you’ve got both, even better. You’ll also handle the takeaway till and help shape the rhythm of the café day-to-day. We’re looking for someone who’s tidy, well-organised, quick on their feet, and pays attention to the little detail.

FOH Supervisor
You’re great with people, quick on your feet, and can confidently hold the fort when Julia isn’t there. You’ll greet guests, wait tables, jump on the coffee machine when needed, and ideally grow into a general manager role over 6 months.

FOH Server 1 (Front) You love hosting, chatting with guests, and running a full section solo. You’re comfortable helping the kitchen if needed and understand what good service feels like.

Please select what roles you are interested in. (Multiples allowed)
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Tell us a bit more about yourself

We will be open Wednesday - Sunday to start with ( Mondays Tuesdays closed ) What kind of work are you available for?

We will be open Wednesday - Sunday to start with ( Mondays Tuesdays closed ) What kind of work are you available for?
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Do you have any coffee experience?
Do you have any kitchen experience?
Please tell us more about your hospitality experience.
Nettle is rooted in community and wellbeing. In your own words, what do those values mean to you – and how do they show up in your life or work?

Upload your resume or cover letter if you would like.

How did you hear about this job?

How did you hear about this job?

Do you have a notice period?

Are you able to easily commute to our location in Port Sunlight -
CH62 4YU

Are you free week of 2nd of June for paid training?

📝 What to Expect

After you submit the form, we’ll be in touch to chat more if we think you could be a fit. Even if the role you want isn’t available just yet, we’re always keen to hear from good people who align with what we’re building. 💚