Barista

Restaurant Associates; Egham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A hospitality services company in Egham is seeking a motivated Barista to craft drinks and deliver top-notch customer service. You will prepare blended drinks, maintain cleanliness, and positively represent the brand. Previous customer service experience and communication skills are required. This part-time role offers 24 hours per week with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Brilliant communicator who builds relationships easily.
• Previous experience in customer service.
• Strives for excellence in an eager and motivated manner.
• Can take initiative and make customer right decisions.
• Demonstrates exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare blended drinks and serve high-quality food.
• Keep the bar area clean.
• Receive and process payments.
• Be a team player and communicate effectively.
• Maintain stock of clean mugs and plates.
• Learn about brewing methods and food preparation.
• Check brewing equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain a positive brand image.

Skills

Communication

Customer service experience

Ability to work under pressure

Hands-on experience with brewing equipment

Reliability

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Restaurant Associates on a part-time basis, contracted to 24 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 every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon:
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri:
• Sat:
• Sun:

Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing 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
• Checking if brewing equipment operates properly and reporting any maintenance needs
• Representing Restaurant Associates 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

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink, and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplaces as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Job Reference: com/2708/94124001/52436705/BU #RA Group

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!