Barista

Compass Group PLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Operational training

Personal development opportunities

Wellbeing programme

Discount vouchers

Social events

Job summary

Compass Group PLC is seeking a dedicated Barista (Zero Hours) to join CH&CO in Greater London. The role offers a permanent casual contract with variable shifts, focusing on delivering high-quality drinks and customer service.

You will work as part of a team, maintain cleanliness, handle payments, and learn brewing methods while upholding brand standards. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator with prior customer service experience, able to work under pressure, and reliable in a

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service.
• Strong communication skills with customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare blended drinks and serve high-quality food.
• Keep the bar area clean and stocked.
• Process payments (cash and card).
• Be an enthusiastic team player and communicate well.
• Monitor stock of mugs and plates; maintain cleanliness.
• Learn brewing methods and beverage techniques; assist with presentation.
• Check brewing equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Represent CH&CO and uphold brand image.
• Comply with food handling and safety standards.
• Follow health and safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Excellent communicator

Time management

Reliability

Tools

Brewing equipment

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Barista (Zero Hours) to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in CH&CO on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week.

As a Barista (Zero Hours), you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:

• Great operational training and development
• Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts

Could you bring your spark to CH&CO? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing perfectly 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
• Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs
• Representing CH&CO 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

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CH&CO, a part of 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!

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