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About the Team and Business:
We’re excited to launch our UK business, Vintage Cash Cow, in Europe, and we’re currently setting up our European sister company, Arcavindi, out of a fantastic space just outside of Arnhem, in order to accommodate all business operations and our ever growing team. This warehouse will fulfill orders for the Netherlands, Germany, and France and we’re looking for experienced Facilities/Kitchen Operative to build and support this growth!
Our Facilities team plays a vital behind-the-scenes role in keeping Arcavindi running smoothly. We’re a small, hands-on group responsible for the cleanliness, functionality, and overall upkeep of our spaces—ensuring every area is safe, welcoming, and well-maintained.
Our Facilities team plays a vital behind-the-scenes role in keeping Arcavindi running smoothly. We’re a small, hands-on group responsible for the cleanliness, functionality, and overall upkeep of our spaces—ensuring every area is safe, welcoming, and well-maintained.
Working closely with teams across the business, we take pride in creating an environment where everyone can do their best work. Whether it’s maintaining spotless communal areas, or supporting with kitchen duties, we’re all about reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail.
About the Role:
As a Facilities Operative focused on cleaning and kitchen support, you’ll be at the heart of our daily operations. You’ll take pride in keeping our workspaces and communal areas clean, organised and well‑presented, while also supporting with food preparation and kitchen duties. Your contribution ensures our environment is safe, hygienic, and a great place to work.
This role is primarily for our afternoon shift. We're ideally looking for someone to work part-time , typically during the afternoon, Monday to Friday. However, we’re happy to offer some flexibility for the right person.
In your first few weeks you’ll get to know our cleaning routines, kitchen processes and health & safety standards. You’ll work alongside experienced colleagues to learn our schedules and systems.
As you settle in, you’ll look for ways to make our facilities even better, helping to improve our cleaning routines, suggest smarter ways of working, and ensure our kitchen and communal spaces always meet high standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all facilities.
- Support the kitchen team with food preparation and daily routines.
- Create a safe, organised environment that enables teams to work at their best.
- Carry out daily cleaning of workspaces, communal areas, restrooms, and kitchen facilities.
- Assist in basic food preparation, such as washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients.
- Ensure all kitchen equipment, utensils, and work surfaces are kept clean and sanitised in line with health & safety regulations.
- Operate dishwashing machines or manually wash dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchen items.
- Receive, check and store deliveries safely and efficiently, maintaining stock rotation.
- Report any hazards or maintenance issues promptly
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Experience in a cleaning, kitchen, or facilities support role.
- Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen hygiene standards.
- Ability to follow instructions, prioritise tasks, and work efficiently in a busy environment.
- Reliability, attention to detail, and a strong sense of pride in maintaining high standards.
- Approachable, helpful attitude and great teamwork skills
What's in it for you!
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We’re growing rapidly – and this is only the beginning. This is your chance to join early in something seriously exciting.
- You’ll be part of a team uncovering vintage and antique treasures every single day. Our amazing customers send us fascinating items from all over the country – and you’ll help give them a second life.
- You’ll be contributing to something that truly matters. We’re building a sustainable, circular company that helps people declutter with ease – while finding new homes for pre-loved pieces full of history and charm.
- The tools, resources, and support you need to succeed and grow. We’re big believers in self-improvement and will back you to become the best version of yourself.
- A collaborative and supportive team. We’ve got each other’s backs, and we work hard to create a space where everyone feels safe, included, and inspired.
- 25 days of annual leave, plus great benefits.
- Daily lunch with the team – on us!
- A fun, inclusive, and thoughtful company culture.
✨ We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We’re building a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and empowered to be their authentic self. Diversity fuels our creativity, innovation, and success – and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
We’re building a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and empowered to be their authentic self. Diversity fuels our creativity, innovation, and success – and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply – your unique strengths might be exactly what we need. And if you need any adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know – we’re here to support you.
About arcavindi
Vintage Trading is a fast-growing circular economy business on a mission to make it easy and rewarding for people to declutter responsibly. We operate two leading brands: Vintage Cash Cow in the UK and Arcavindi across Europe.
With over 300 employees in the UK and a growing team in Europe, targeting 120 team members this year, we're building a unique operation powered by hundreds of in-house experts in vintage, antiques, and second-hand goods. Together, we’re redefining how people value and recycle the past, helping customers turn unwanted items into money while promoting sustainability and reuse.
As we continue to scale, we’re always on the lookout for talented, passionate individuals to join us in shaping the future of the vintage and re-commerce world!
At Vintage Cash Cow, we believe in building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage candidates to apply even if they don't meet every requirement listed. Your data will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Notice.
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