Barista

Lexington Catering; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Leeds is seeking a Barista to join their team. You will be responsible for maintaining clean service areas, offering excellent customer service, and adhering to food safety standards. Ideal candidates should have a genuine interest in customer service and teamwork. Flexible working options and great perks are available.

Benefits

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working hours

28 days of holiday

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Mental health support

Pension schemes and life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Focused on the front line in customer service.
• Genuine interest in providing excellent service.
• Desirable but not essential experience in catering and barista roles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are clean and well-stocked.
• Keep up to date with menus and food offerings.
• Offer warm and friendly service.
• Follow COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety guidelines.

Skills

Customer service excellence

Team player

Catering experience

Barista experience

Job description

Overview

Vacancy Date: 02/09/2025

Location: Leeds, LS1 5AB

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Lexington is an award-winning contract caterer that focuses on providing great food and service to customers. To do this we need fabulous people and we work hard to create an environment where our team members feel engaged, inspired, valued and enjoy what they do.

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks! At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success!

Here’s What’s Waiting For You

• Free, tasty meals – Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working – including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind – 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments – whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time – paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow – career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Wellbeing first – mental health support and wellbeing perks.
• Financial security – pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts – save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing – we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.

What you’ll be doing

As a Barista you will have plenty of responsibilities and opportunities to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

Working Pattern: Monday – Friday, 40 hours p/w

What can you bring?

• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Catering and Barista experience desirable but not essential

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part – 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people – especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You! At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know – we’re happy to help!