Barista

Northern Europe; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 19,435,000 - 19,631,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Benefits app: online GP, EAS,

Company pension contributions

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Training and development opportunities

Career progression

Friendly team

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting a Barista to join our team at Cambridge Regional College, Huntingdon Campus, PE29 1BL. This part-time role offers 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term-time only (37 weeks per year) with equated pay at £12.71 per hour.

You will prepare and serve a range of hot and cold beverages, provide excellent customer service to students and staff, operate tills, maintain stock, and ensure food safety and cleanliness in the coffee bar.

Qualifications

• Experience in barista, catering, retail, or customer service is desirable but not essential.
• Friendly and professional demeanor.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.
• Reliable and flexible attitude.
• Positive willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffees, teas, and specialty beverages.
• Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors.
• Operate tills and process payments accurately.
• Replenish stock and maintain product displays.
• Assist with light food service and preparation as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in coffee bar and service areas.
• Follow food safety, health and safety, and company procedures.
• Support the wider catering team during busy periods.
• Ensure all equipment is cleaned and maintained.

Skills

Barista experience desirable

Friendly and professional

Good communication and teamwork

Efficient in busy environment

Reliable and flexible

Willingness to learn

Job description

At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. No matter what you're pursuing, we can help you reach your full potential. Every day presents a new challenge and opportunity to discover something new about yourself.

Job Description

Cambridge Regional College, Huntingdon Campus, PE29 1BL
30 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Term Time Only - 37 Working Weeks Per Year (Equated Pay)
£12.71 per hour (Equated Pay)

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Barista to join our team at Cambridge Regional College, Huntingdon Campus, PE29 1BL. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and customer-focused individual to work within a busy education environment, delivering excellent coffee, beverages, and customer service.

Job Description

As a Barista, you will be responsible for preparing and serving a range of hot and cold beverages, supporting food service operations, and providing an exceptional customer experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and serving coffees, teas, and specialty beverages
• Providing excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors
• Operating tills and processing payments accurately
• Replenishing stock and maintaining product displays
• Assisting with food service and light food preparation as required
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards within the coffee bar and service areas
• Following food safety, health and safety, and company procedures
• Supporting the wider catering team during busy periods
• Ensuring all equipment is cleaned and maintained in line with company standards

What's in it for You?

• £12.71 per hour (equated pay)
• 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Term-time-only role, working 37 weeks per year
• Equated pay spread across the year
• Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts (including supermarket savings and weekend treats)
• Company pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within
• Be part of a friendly and supportive team

Qualifications

• Previous barista, catering, retail, or customer service experience is desirable but not essential
• Friendly and professional approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment
• Reliable and flexible attitude

Positive willingness to learn and develop

Additional Information

• Enhanced DBS check required
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

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