Barista

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend

Employee events

Discounted stays

Wellness benefits

Career progression

Learning & development

Holiday days

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Meal on duty

Food & beverage discounts

Job summary

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square is seeking a Lounge Barista to craft coffee and tea experiences for our guests. You will ensure every drink is prepared to Nobu standards with precision, warmth and Nobu hospitality.

You bring barista experience, a passion for coffee and a flair for guest interaction in a fast-paced luxury setting. This full-time role offers a competitive salary plus service charge and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in a barista role, ideally within a luxury setting.
• Passionate about coffee and delivering high-quality beverages.
• Strong guest-centric service with warmth and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve tea, coffee and other beverages to Nobu standards.
• Maintain knowledge of the menu, including specialty drinks.
• Ensure the Barista station is set up, maintained and cleaned.
• Provide attentive, friendly service and anticipate guest needs.
• Assist and train new team members as required.

Skills

Barista experience

Luxury setting

Customer service

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Ref: NOB2674

Branch: Nobu Hotel London Portman Square

Location: London Portman Square, West London

Salary/Benefits: £27,158 plus £4,500 service charge and benefits

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 40 hours per week

Closing date: 09/10/2026

As The Lounge Barista at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square, you’ll be the creator of crafted coffee and tea experiences for our guests. With precision, warmth and attention to detail, you’ll ensure every drink is perfectly prepared and every interaction reflects Nobu’s signature hospitality.

• Prepare and serve tea, coffee and other beverages to Nobu standards
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the menu, including specialty drinks
• Ensure the Barista station is set up and closed down accurately and on time
• Keep the coffee area clean, tidy and fully stocked throughout your shift
• Check brewing equipment and report any maintenance needs promptly
• Provide attentive, genuine and friendly service to every guest
• Anticipate guest needs and deliver personalised, crafted experiences
• Interact with guests, take orders and make recommendations confidently
• Support and train new team members, fostering a collaborative environment
• Attend team briefings and contribute ideas for service improvement
• Demonstrate a proactive, positive approach to work and guest care
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and statutory standards
• Act as an ambassador for Nobu values of Family, Crafted, Smile and Kokoro
• Perform any other duties as required

What We’re Looking For

You bring experience in a barista role, ideally within a luxury setting. You’re passionate about coffee, detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment where quality and care matter most. With a warm personality and a flair for presentation, you’ll help create memorable moments for every guest.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• £1000 Refer a Friend Scheme
• Two hotel-wide social events each year including our Employee Awards Night
• Discounted overnight stays across Nobu properties worldwide
• Discounted Pilates classes and wellness treatments
• Opportunities to progress within our hotel and the wider Nobu portfolio
• Innovative learning and development opportunities
• Exciting wellness and volunteering initiatives
• Up to 33 holiday days through length of service
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts on all food and beverage
• Free meals while on duty

Nobu Hotels effortlessly blends modern luxury and minimal Japanese tradition into the concept of a lifestyle hotel. Filled with cutting-edge design and stunning spaces, Nobu Hotels provides remarkable hospitable service and an unparalleled experience like nothing before. Helming from world renowned Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, the Nobu Hotels concept is a remarkable conjunction of exquisite cuisine, innovation and creativity.

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square features 243 guest rooms and suites, together with a Nobu restaurant, ballroom and meeting spaces beautifully conceptualised by London-based architecture and interior design firm, David Collins Studio, in conjunction with Make Architects.

We are looking for great people that embody our core values of Kokoro, Smile, Family & Crafted.

You will share our passion, deliver quality results and have the courage to be different and creative within your specialism.