Barista

Birley Bakery; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £13.50 per hour

28 days holiday per year (incl. bank)

GymFlex discount

Well-being days with in-house Masseuse

Private medical + dental insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Refer a friend £1,000

Freshly prepared meals on duty

Job summary

Birley Bakery in Chelsea, London, is hiring a Barista to join its team. The role involves preparing and serving coffee and beverages with care, handling guest orders, and supporting opening/closing duties in a bakery environment.

The successful candidate will contribute to seamless guest service, maintain stock, and work on a rota with shifts from early morning to evening. A friendly, team-focused atmosphere and competitive hourly pay are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Barista in a similar environment is desirable
• Excellent team player, with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee and various beverages with consistency and care
• Assist with the opening and closing of the Bakery
• Take guest orders, and ensure you manage till transactions smoothly
• Clear and reset tables promptly, ensuring seamless guest service
• Maintain stock rotation and inventory standards

Skills

Barista experience

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Posted Friday 7 August 2026 at 05:00 | Expires Tuesday 8 September 2026 at 04:59

RB Holdings is a growing hospitality group shaping some of the most distinctive private members’ clubs and food businesses in London and New York. Founded by Robin Birley, our businesses are built on discretion, craftsmanship, and deeply personal service - delivered by teams who take pride in doing things properly.

Our London portfolio includes 5 Hertford Street, Oswald’s, and Birley Bakery and Chocolate Shop in Chelsea. In 2025, we expanded internationally with the opening of Maxime’s, alongside a new Birley Bakery in New York City.

Birley Bakery is located in Chelsea Green, London and has a warm and welcoming environment, inspired by the classic concept of Boulangerie-Patisserie.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Barista to join our Birley Bakery team!

Why work with us as a Barista?

• Salary of £13.50 per hour
• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Discounted gym membership with GymFlex.
• Monthly well-being days with our in-house Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist.
• Private medical + dental insurance with BUPA.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000.
• Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty.
• And more!

Working hours:

• 42.5 hours a week
• Shifts on a rota basis (Bakery is open from Monday-Sunday)
• Shifts ranging between 6am-8pm

What you will do:

• Prepare and serve coffee and various beverages with consistencv and care
• Assist with the opening and closing of the Bakery
• Take guest orders, and ensure you manage till transactions smoothly
• Clear and reset tables promptly, ensuring seamless guest service
• Maintain stock rotation and inventory standards

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience as a Barista in a similar environment is desirable
• Excellent team player, with strong communication skills

Bring your barista skills to the next level and provide unforgettable experiences to our customers – apply today and become part of the team at Birley Bakery.