Barista

Aramark; City Of London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Employee discounts

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance

Gym membership

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Barista to join the catering team at the British Library in London. The role involves preparing and serving coffee, beverages and light foods, delivering excellent customer service, and supporting smooth cafe operations.

We welcome enthusiastic team players with hospitality experience, flexible hours, and a customer-focused mindset. Full and part-time roles are available, with pension, employee discounts, health and wellbeing programmes, life insurance, and gym membership as

Qualifications

• Previous barista experience and customer service skills.
• Team player with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operations of outlets.
• Grind and brew coffee; follow recipes and presentation standards.
• Take orders and process payments; handle cash and card transactions.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Barista experience

Customer service

Team player

Communication skills

Attention to details

Job description

At Aramark we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it’s at the foundation of everything we do. Hospitality excellence is brought to life by our people every day. We embrace our responsibility to our people, our communities, and our planet. While the services we provide, and the industries we serve, are extensive, we never waver from our people-first approach.

Job Description

We are looking for a Barista to join our amazing catering Team at one of our
prestigious contracts at the British Library in London.We are looking for enthusiastic
team players with great customer service skills and hospitality experience, ideally
serving food and beverage in a café or similar environment. Full and part time roles
available.

Main Duties

• Assist with managing the day‑to‑day operations of our outlets, Monday to Sunday
• Adhere to operational policies and procedures
• Maintain punctuality and consistent attendance
• Be flexible with working hours, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and bank holidays
• Grind and brew coffee
• Follow recipes and presentation standards for food and beverages, when needed
• Consistently provide well-crafted, well-presented, and high-quality beverages
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of menu offerings and allergens
• Take customer orders and process payments
• Accurately handle cash and card payments in line with procedures
• Serve customers promptly and efficiently
• Interact with both new and regular customers in a professional manner
• Respond to orders, questions, concerns, and complaints politely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean and sanitised working environment
• Follow all health and safety guidelines
• Properly handle and maintain all equipment
• Perform regular stock checks and place orders as required

• Develop and maintain expert knowledge of coffee, and educate clients and colleagues
• Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment
• Uphold and enhance the company’s reputation for food quality and customer service

• Opportunity to work at prestigious events and venues
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Company pension
• Employee discounts
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Gym membership

Qualifications

• Previous barista experience and customer service skills
• Team player with excellent communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong time management skills are essential for this role
• Attention to details and good organizational skills

Additional Information

You must be eligible to work full time in the UK

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.