Barista

Compass Group UK; Guildford; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group UK is seeking a driven Barista to create beautifully crafted drinks for Healthcare on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week. You will deliver first-class service and perfectly crafted coffees, with opportunities to progress within a company investing in its people and rewarding initiative.

The ideal candidate will bring strong communication, customer service experience, and hands-on brewing knowledge, thriving in a fast-paced, team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and take initiative.
• Ability to learn brewing methods and maintain quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drinks and serve high-quality beverages.
• Keep the bar area clean.
• Receive and process payments (cash and credit cards).
• Be an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator.
• Maintain stock of clean mugs and plates.
• Learn brewing methods, beverage blends and presentation techniques.
• Check brewing equipment operates properly and report maintenance needs.
• Represent Healthcare and maintain a positive brand image.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Comply with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Brewing equipment

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Healthcare on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 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 given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Please note: This role is contracted to 1 weeks per year

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 Healthcare 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

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

Job Reference: com/1310/71548003/52731996/R/BU #Medirest

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!