Barista

Medirest; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare catering provider is looking for a passionate Barista in Knowsley, United Kingdom. In this full-time position, you will craft delicious drinks and ensure excellent service to customers. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a background in customer service, and the ability to work under pressure. This role provides numerous opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment that values individual contributions and diversity.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is essential.
• Brilliant communication and relationship-building skills are a must.
• Demonstrated ability to handle pressure and maintain reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare blended drinks and serve food to customers.
• Keep the bar area clean and well-stocked.
• Process payments and represent the brand positively.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service experience

Initiative

Ability to work under pressure

Timekeeping and reliability

Hands-on experience with brewing equipment

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Healthcare on a full time basis, contracted to 35 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.

Shift patterns:

• 5 out of 7 days

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 & Ireland, 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.

Compass Group UK & Ireland 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!