Barista

FCB Coffee; Brighton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty coffee company at Brighton station is hiring a full-time barista. You will prepare and serve high-quality coffee, handle transactions, and provide excellent customer service. Ideal candidates should have barista skills and a passion for coffee. The role requires early morning availability starting at 5:00 AM, with opportunities for training and career progression.

Benefits

Training in coffee skills

Flexible hours

50% off whilst off shift

Regular pay review

Company Christmas party

Qualifications

• Up to date knowledge and genuine interest/passion for the coffee business.
• Ability to free pour a variety of latte art consistently would be an advantage.
• Desire to learn about hand-brew methods.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving high-quality coffee and beverages.
• Handling till transactions accurately.
• Providing excellent customer service at all times.

Skills

Barista skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of hand-brew methods

Good spoken and written English

Tools

La Marzocco Linea PB two group

Mythos One

Anfim

Mahlkonig EK43

Job description

Overview

Our FCB Coffee at Brighton station is hiring! FCB Coffee is the fastest-growing speciality coffee company in the travel sector. Currently with ten sites, we are fast becoming the go-to destination for speciality coffee. We inspire our teams to consistently produce fantastic coffee through dedicated training and attention to detail. If you are a real coffee geek looking for a place that screams, lives and breathes - all about coffee - then FCB Coffee is what you're looking for. Work with a team of people who are very competitive and are truly passionate about what they do!

The shop is open from 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM, seven days a week. You must be able to start at Brighton Station by 5:00 AM and be available for both morning and evening shifts. This is a full-time role that requires full availability.

Benefits

• Training (latte art, brew methods, coffee machine maintenance, Intro to Coffee) delivered by a SCAE accredited trainer
• Flexible hours
• Good career progression - 90% of senior positions are filled by internal candidates
• Small but very passionate team
• A fun and rewarding working environment
• No late evening shifts
• 50% off whilst off shift
• 50% Friends and Family discount
• Company Christmas party
• Regular pay review
• All merchandise at cost price

Skills And Requirements

• Up to date knowledge and genuine interest/ passion for the coffee business
• Barista skills and ability to free pour a variety of latte art consistently would be an advantage
• Knowledge of hand-brew methods and desire to learn more would be an advantage
• Good spoken and written English
• Great customer service skills
• Ability to work at speed and under pressure

The Job Involves

• Preparing and serving high-quality coffee and beverages
• Handling till transactions accurately
• Preparing and handling food in accordance with hygiene and safety standards
• Following all café opening and closing procedures
• Providing excellent customer service at all times

You will be working with and helping to maintain equipment

• La Marzocco Linea PB two group
• Mythos One, Anfim and Mahlkonig EK43