Barista

Chartwells Independent; Derby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Barista at a leading company, where you will create beautifully crafted drinks and provide exceptional service. This role offers a chance to showcase your skills in a vibrant environment, ensuring customer satisfaction while working with a supportive team. With a commitment to individual growth and recognition, this position allows you to thrive in your career while enjoying competitive pay and great perks. Join a company that values diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace, making every day a rewarding experience for both you and the customers you serve.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Learning and Development Opportunities

Employee Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is essential.
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality drinks and food.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with hygiene standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Brewing Equipment Operation

Time Management

Teamwork

Tools

Coffee Brewing Equipment

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for 14Forty 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 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:

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 14Forty 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

As part of Compass, you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks, and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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!