Barista

Sale e Pepe Mare; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An upscale Italian restaurant in London is seeking a skilled Barista to join their opening team. The Barista will provide exceptional coffee and café-style beverages, deliver warm service, and embody the spirit of Italian hospitality. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality drinks and ensuring a memorable experience, particularly during peak hours. The role offers a competitive salary, private healthcare, and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Private healthcare after probation

Study support

Complimentary meals while on duty

50% discount for family and friends

People-focused culture

Internal training opportunities

Memorable staff events

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Barista in a premium environment.
• Impeccable attention to detail and consistency in drink presentation.
• Passion for hospitality and guest engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support smooth bar and café service during breakfast and daytime.
• Prepare high-quality beverages and anticipate guest needs.
• Create a vibrant and memorable experience for guests.

Skills

Coffee preparation knowledge

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Hospitality passion

Job description

Barista – Sale e Pepe Mare at The Langham, London

Set to open within The Langham, London, this marks a new chapter in the storied legacy of Sale e Pepe, the iconic Knightsbridge restaurant that has defined Italian dining in the capital since 1974 — a fitting partnership that sees two London icons come together under one roof.

Sale e Pepe Mare will capture the sun-soaked energy, vibrant dishes, and unmistakable sense of la dolce vita. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the menu celebrates the finest seafood while offering a sophisticated bar and café experience inspired by the Mediterranean coast.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Barista to join our opening team and play a key role in bringing the flavour and essence of Italian coffee culture to life at Sale e Pepe Mare. As a Barista, you will deliver exceptional coffee and café-style beverages, provide warm and polished service, and embody the spirit of Italian hospitality.

About the Role

The Barista will support the smooth and efficient running of the bar and café service, particularly during breakfast and daytime operations. Working closely with the bar and front-of-house teams, you will prepare high-quality beverages, anticipate guest needs, and help create a vibrant, elegant, and memorable experience for every guest who visits the restaurant or bar.

About Us

At Sale e Pepe Mare, we honour the heritage of a London classic while embracing a new era of coastal Italian dining. With our home at The Langham, we bring together sophistication, tradition, and the spirited warmth of Mediterranean hospitality. If you are passionate about coffee, people, and delivering an elevated guest experience, join our dynamic, dedicated opening team and be part of something truly special.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Barista in a premium, fast-paced hospitality environment
• Strong knowledge of coffee preparation and café-style beverages
• Impeccable attention to detail and consistency in drink presentation
• A genuine passion for hospitality and guest engagement
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to grow and learn
• Full ownership and accountability in your role
• Ability to follow and uphold service and bar standards
• Drive and ambition to grow within a leading hospitality group
• Proof of right to work / pre-settled or settled status in the UK

Benefits Include

• Highly competitive salary
• Private health care after completion of probation
• Study support scheme
• Complimentary meals while on duty
• Career progression within a fast-growing restaurant group
• 50% discount when dining with family and friends
• People-focused and inclusive culture
• Internal training and career development opportunities
• Memorable staff events and celebrations

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for hospitality and exceptional coffee, we invite you to apply for the position of Barista at Sale e Pepe Mare.

Sale e Pepe Mare is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.