Barista

Chartwells Independent; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in Edinburgh seeks a driven Barista to deliver outstanding drinks and food. This full-time role involves maintaining high standards of service, cleanliness, and brand representation. The ideal candidate will thrive in customer service, have brewing equipment experience, and enjoy working as part of a team. Opportunities for personal development and regular social events are included.

Benefits

Great operational training and development

Personal Development opportunities

Wellbeing strategy

Access to high street discount vouchers

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is required.
• Must take initiative and make decisions that benefit customers.
• Demonstrate the ability to handle busy times effectively.

Responsibilities

• Preparing blended drinks and serving quality food.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the bar area.
• Processing payments accurately.
• Representing the brand positively.

Skills

Brilliant communicator

Customer service experience

Ability to work under pressure

Hands-on experience with brewing equipment

Exceptional timekeeping and reliability

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for CH&CO 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.

Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:

• Great operational training and development
• Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

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 CH&CO 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

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CH&CO, a part of 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!

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Location

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH1 2DH, United Kingdom

Job Reference: com/2207/48315001/52751734/BU