Can i get a get a job in a cafe at the age of 14..?

[xxshallxx]

Im am 14 and need a job can i get a job in a cafe if not where can i get a job..?

[Buenchico]

There's no specific rule which prevents you getting a job in a caf� but people who prepare and serve food need to hold a food hygiene certificate. So you'd be limited to clearing tables and washing up.

However, your real problem in getting a job relates to the laws on employing young people. No employer is allowed to give you a job without a permit from your local education authority. You're also not allowed to work for more than 2 hours per day, except on Saturdays (and on weekdays during school holidays) when you can work for up to 5 hours in a day. (Most employers aren't interested in taking on staff who can only work for a few hours at a time).

There are further rules, relating to the times you can work. See here for all the details:
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Parents/ParentsRig hts/DG_4002945

Most big firms won't take on young people because their insurance doesn't cover them. So your best chance of getting a job is with individual local employers. Market traders will sometimes employ young people, as will a few hairdressers, local shopkeepers, etc. Jobs are hardly ever advertised; all you can do is to call on employers individually (or phone them up).

Some young people make money from self-employment (which is not subject to the same rules as being employed by someone). Car-washing is one of the more popular ways of doing this. (Ironing services can also make quite good money). You need to decide what you're good at and see if you can make any money from it. (I used to teach a 14-year-old lad who was making more money than me! He was a regular writer for several computer magazines. I also recall newspaper articles about an 8-year-old who had a turnover of �100,000 per year from his antiques business!). With lots of Christmas fairs and table-top sales coming up soon, is there a

[monkeywiener]

you probably could if gary glitter was the manager

[Buenchico]

.. . anything you can make and sell?

If you're going to find a job (whether as an employee or self-employed), you'll need to be tenacious because it certainly won't be easy. However I wish you luck.

Chris