Barista

Freemans Event Partners; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Murrayfield venue experience

Team environment

Event-based work opportunities

Job summary

Freemans Event Partners is recruiting baristas for Scotland's autumn internationals at the Murrayfield venue. You’ll work across busy coffee outlets, preparing and serving high-quality drinks while delivering fast, friendly service to supporters.

The role is casual and event-based, with opportunities to work major rugby fixtures and other UK events. A friendly team environment and flexible hours are offered.

Qualifications

• Barista or coffee experience preferred but not essential.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a range of coffees and hot drinks.
• Deliver friendly and professional customer service.
• Operate coffee machines and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain quality and consistency during busy service periods.
• Operate tills and process payments accurately.
• Replenish coffee, milk, cups and other supplies throughout service.
• Keep workstations clean, organised and well presented.
• Follow food hygiene and health & safety procedures.
• Assist with outlet setup and close-down.
• Work closely with your team to deliver fast service during peak periods.

Skills

Barista experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Reliability & punctuality

Attention to detail

Job description

Location: Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh

Contract: Casual, Event-Based

Join the Team for the 2026 Autumn Internationals

We're recruiting friendly and enthusiastic Baristas to join our team at Scottish Gas Murrayfield for Scotland's huge 2026 Autumn International fixtures.

Be part of the incredible matchday atmosphere as Scotland welcome New Zealand, Australia and Japan to Edinburgh this November.

You'll have the opportunity to work across:

• Scotland v New Zealand – Saturday 7 November 2026
• Scotland v Australia – Sunday 15 November 2026
• Scotland v Japan – Saturday 21 November 2026

If you're passionate about great coffee and customer service and enjoy working in lively, fast-paced environments, this is a fantastic opportunity to experience major international rugby from inside one of the UK's most iconic stadiums.

With flexible, event-based work and opportunities at other major sporting events, festivals and live venues across the UK, there are plenty of opportunities to continue working with Freemans Event Partners throughout the year.

The Role:

As a Barista, you'll work within our busy coffee outlets across Scottish Gas Murrayfield, preparing and serving quality hot drinks while providing fast, friendly and efficient service to supporters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve a range of coffees and hot drinks.
• Deliver friendly and professional customer service.
• Operate coffee machines and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain quality and consistency during busy service periods.
• Operate tills and process payments accurately.
• Replenish coffee, milk, cups and other supplies throughout service.
• Keep workstations clean, organised and well presented.
• Follow food hygiene and health & safety procedures.
• Assist with outlet setup and close-down.
• Work closely with your team to deliver fast service during peak periods.

About You

We're looking for people who:

• Have previous barista or coffee experience (preferred but not essential).
• Enjoy delivering excellent customer service.
• Are comfortable working in busy, fast-paced environments.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Are reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Have great attention to detail.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.
• Are available to work the Autumn International matchdays at Murrayfield.

What You'll Receive:

• Flexible, event-based work around your availability.
• The opportunity to work at Scottish Gas Murrayfield during Scotland's 2026 Autumn Internationals.
• The chance to be part of three huge international rugby fixtures.
• A fun, energetic and supportive team environment.
• Valuable experience within major sporting event hospitality.
• Opportunities to work at some of the UK's biggest sporting events, festivals and venues with Freemans Event Partners.

About Freemans Event Partners:

Freemans Event Partners is an award-winning event hospitality provider, delivering exceptional food, drink and fan experiences at some of the UK's and Europe's leading sporting venues, festivals and live events.

With over 50 years of experience, we're passionate about creating unforgettable guest experiences while providing rewarding opportunities for our people.

If you're passionate about great coffee and customer service and enjoy working in exciting environments, we'd love to welcome you to the team at Murrayfield this autumn.