Barista

Restaurant Associates; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Chertsey is seeking a Barista to create beautifully crafted drinks and deliver outstanding customer service. This full-time role (40 hours/week) offers a dynamic environment where you can develop your skills and grow within the company. The ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service and experience with brewing equipment. Competitive benefits and progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is a must.
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment is essential.
• Must be able to maintain excellent timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality beverages to customers.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar area.
• Process payments and manage stock.

Skills

Customer service experience

Beverage preparation skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Brewing equipment

Job description

Overview

We\'re currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Restaurant Associates on a full time basis, contracted to 40 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 what you need to know before applying: Your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts.

Responsibilities

• 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 Restaurant Associates and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations
• 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

About Restaurant Associates

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK\'s leading workplaces as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.