Barista

OneRetail; Lewes; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Lewes is looking for a Barista to create beautifully crafted drinks and deliver exceptional service. This full-time position includes preparing high-quality beverages, maintaining the bar, and ensuring a positive customer experience. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and customer service experience. Join us for competitive pay and benefits within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Opportunities for learning and development

Great perks

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is essential.
• Ability to make decisions that benefit customers is required.
• Demonstrates excellence and motivation in tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare blended drinks and serve high-quality food.
• Maintain cleanliness in the bar area.
• Process payments accurately.
• Communicate effectively as a team player.
• Learn about beverage preparation techniques.
• Check equipment functionality and report issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service experience

Ability to work under pressure

Initiative

Hands-on experience with brewing equipment

Timekeeping and reliability

Job description

Overview

We\'re currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for a major High Street brand on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 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

Variable shifts

Key responsibilities

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 a major High Street brand and maintaining a positive brand image


• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards


• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Ideal candidate

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

As part of Compass you\'ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK\'s biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/0109/42957001/52760319/BU #One Retail

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!