Barista

Ottolenghi Chelsea; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Staff meals

Staff discount

Refer a Friend £500 bonus

Learning & Development opportunities

Parental Pay after two years’ service

Birthday treat

Job summary

Ottolenghi Chelsea on Pavilion Road is seeking a passionate barista with strong coffee and cocktail skills to join our vibrant front-of-house team. You’ll deliver warm, knowledgeable service while managing coffee and bar functions and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Availability to work evenings and weekends is essential. You will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, always aiming to delight guests with thoughtful service and quality beverages.

Qualifications

• Previous barista experience in a specialty coffee or quality hospitality setting.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends is essential.
• Strong technical skills across coffee and cocktail preparation.
• A versatile, enthusiastic team player who thrives with variety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve exceptional coffee, cocktails, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Work confidently across both coffee and bar functions.
• Deliver warm, attentive, and knowledgeable service to every guest.
• Maintain bar and coffee equipment to a high standard of cleanliness and performance.
• Manage stock for coffee, minimising waste and supporting ordering.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, and licensing regulations.
• Support the wider team in other sections and adapt flexibly to service needs.

Skills

Coffee preparation

Cocktail preparation

Customer service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

POS systems

IT systems

Job description

At Ottolenghi, we’re known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy—but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest.

Ottolenghi Chelsea combines the beauty of our food with the vibrant energy of one of London's most iconic areas. Set on Pavilion road, our deli is a destination for food lovers from across the city.

What you’ll do

• Prepare and serve exceptional coffee, cocktails, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Work confidently across both coffee and bar functions.
• Deliver warm, attentive, and knowledgeable service to every guest.
• Maintain bar and coffee equipment to a high standard of cleanliness and performance.
• Manage stock for coffee, minimising waste and supporting ordering.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, and licensing regulations.
• Support the wider team in other sections and adapt flexibly to service needs.

What we’re looking for

• Previous barista experience in a specialty coffee or quality hospitality setting.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends is essential.
• Strong technical skills across coffee and cocktail preparation.
• A versatile, enthusiastic team player who thrives with variety.

Key skills

• Excellent technical skills across coffee and cocktails.
• Flexible and adaptable to different service demands.
• An engaging communicator who makes every guest interaction count.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable using relevant IT systems.
• Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment.
• Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset.
• A genuine passion for coffee, cocktails, and hospitality and continuous improvement.

What’s in it for you?

• 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays
• Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount
• Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts
• Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral
• Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef’s Academy workshops, and access to external courses
• A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated
• Enhanced Parental Pay after two years’ service
• A special birthday treat to celebrate your day
• Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
• A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued

If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.