Barista

Compass Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering provider, Compass Group, is seeking a dedicated Barista to create exceptional drinks and provide first-class service for universities. The role involves preparing beverages, customer interaction, and maintaining cleanliness, with opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is essential.
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment is required.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Preparing blended drinks and serving high-quality food.
• Keeping the bar area clean and maintaining stock.
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Initiative

Reliability

Time Management

Tools

Brewing Equipment

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Universities on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. As a Barista, you will use your skills to deliver first-class service and perfectly crafted coffees to our customers. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days

Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing perfectly blended drinks and serving high-quality food that delights our customers
• Keeping the bar area clean
• Receiving and processing payments (cash and credit cards)
• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
• Maintaining stock of clean mugs and plates
• Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation and presentation techniques
• Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs
• Representing Universities and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Barista will:

• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Have previous experience in customer service
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Have Hands-on experience with brewing equipment
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges and universities across the UK.

Job Reference: com/0307/43148001/52748607/BU #Universities

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!