Barista

Full time contract

40 hours per week

If you’re looking for a career that offers flexibility, excitement, and progression, then contract catering could be for you! At BaxterStorey our career opportunities span industries from retail fashion to motorsport within roles across marketing, people development, sustainability, supply chain and more. Working late nights or weekends are rare, giving you that important work/life balance - that’s right you can work in hospitality and not work Saturday nights!

We invest heavily in training and development to give our people the confidence and industry knowledge to push the boundaries of hospitality excellence. There is endless opportunity to climb the career ladder (at any age or stage of your career!) and we offer over 500 courses across our business, from NVQ qualifications to our award-winning Chef Academy.

In terms of location, we are based a 5 minute walk from Kings Cross Station. You will be working in a fast paced, quirky and fun coffee bar serving barista style coffee and hot grab and go. You will be in a team of 3, which includes a Head Barista. The successful candidate will need to have experience working with a barista coffee machine including a steamer to froth the milk. The hours will range from 07.30 - 18.30 and will include the occasional Saturday which will be paid as overtime.

The customers are mainly University students who love to engage with the baristas, therefore we are looking for someone with great customer service skills who can chat and get to know our customers.

Barista benefits:

• 20 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, this rises to 23 after 3 years of service
• Free Meal on Shift
• Bespoke training and development
• Pension
• Discounts available from HAPI app, from high street shops to holidays and cinemas

What would we like from our Barista?

• Customer Service experience
• Barista experience would be an advantage
• Strong communication skills
• Numerate, counting cash will be required
• Good organisation skills
• Reliable and able to work well within a team

Barista requirements:

Our Barista's are the face of our business, your friendly approach and willingness to provide a fantastic service at all times is what makes you an integral part of our company.

• Drinks preparation
• Promoting a new product
• Dealing with customers
• Cash handling

We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment. To be who you are without judgement, no matter who you are or where you’re from. Where individuality is a strength and you can be proud to be you. Find out more about us at www.baxterstorey.com