Barista

TN United Kingdom; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking coffee brand as a Barista in Dumfries, where you’ll craft exceptional coffee and create memorable experiences for customers. This role offers the chance to develop your skills in a vibrant team environment, while enjoying fantastic perks like free drinks and discounts. With a commitment to sustainability and community support, you’ll be part of a company that values passion, warmth, and trust. If you have a positive attitude and a love for coffee, this is the perfect opportunity to thrive in the retail operations sector.

Benefits

Free handmade drinks

50% discount on food and bottled drinks

Costa Coffee Retirement Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts on gym memberships

Share Incentive Plan

Salary Sacrifice Pension

Feel Good discounts platform

Qualifications

• A passion for coffee and people.
• Good communication skills for engaging with customers.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Crafting great coffee that hits the sweet spot every time.
• Serving customers with a smile to ensure they leave happy.
• Maintaining health & safety and cleanliness across the store.

Skills

Good communication skills

Positive outlook

Ability to multitask

Passion for coffee

Job description

Job Title: Barista - Dumfries DT - 8 hours per week - FTC

Here at Costa Coffee, we want to inspire the world to love great coffee. We’re all about embracing passion, energy, and teamwork to serve memorable moments for every one of our customers. As a Costa Barista, you’ll enjoy great training and benefits, working for the nation’s favourite coffee shop.

A bit about the role

Starting pay of £12.00-13.00 per hour (dependent on store location). Your daily tasks will include making coffee that provides uplifting moments for our customers, using sustainably sourced beans and velvety milk, topped with signature art, and delivered with your signature smile.

What’s involved?

1. Crafting great coffee that hits the sweet spot every time
2. Serving customers with a smile to ensure they leave happy and excited for their next visit
3. Learning about Costa products – teas, frappes, seasonal ranges, and more
4. Maintaining health & safety and cleanliness across the store with your team
5. Having fun — this is your time to learn, develop, and meet great people

A bit about you

A passion for coffee and people is just the start. What else makes a great Barista?

1. A positive outlook, can-do attitude, and personality
2. A passion for delivering excellence
3. Good communication skills for engaging with customers
4. A hardworking attitude and ability to multitask

What we can offer

We value our team members and offer great perks and benefits:

• Free handmade drinks and 50% discount on food and bottled drinks during shifts
• Costa Coffee Retirement Plan with matching contributions
• 50% off food & drinks in Costa stores via the Costa Discount App when not working
• Cycle to Work Scheme for savings on bikes and accessories
• Discounts on gym memberships and footwear through Shoes for Crews
• Share Incentive Plan to become a Coca-Cola shareholder
• Salary Sacrifice Pension with up to 10% matched contributions
• Feel Good discounts platform for cashback and savings at various retailers

Additionally, you'll contribute to fundraising for the Costa Foundation, supporting children in coffee-growing communities to access education.

About us

Our values are Passion, Warmth, Trust, and Courage. As the No. 1 coffee brand in the UK for 14 consecutive years, we foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and continuous growth. Be yourself at Costa.

Other details

• Job Function: Retail Operations - Store Assistant / Barista
• Pay Type: Hourly
• Employment: Fixed Term Contract
• Location: Costa Dumfries Cuckoo Bridge RP DT, Cuckoo Bridge RP Drive Thru, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway, UK