Barista

Costa Coffee; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a forward-thinking company where you can become a Barista and craft delightful experiences for customers. This role is not just about making coffee; it’s about mastering your craft, delivering exceptional service, and being part of a passionate team. With competitive pay and fantastic perks like discounts and a matched pension scheme, you’ll thrive in a supportive environment that values diversity and community. Join a brand that is committed to not only serving great coffee but also making a positive impact in coffee-growing communities.

Benefits

50% discount on food and drinks

Access to Coca-Cola share scheme

Matched pension up to 10%

Financial Support Fund

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver excellent customer service and create a welcoming environment.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Mastering the menu and delivering perfect drinks.
• Maintaining cleanliness and a welcoming store atmosphere.

Skills

Customer Service

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Job description

Category: Retail Operations - Store Assistant / Barista

Location: 1 Sunset Walk, Milton Keynes Shopping Centre, , Milton Keynes, GB-BKM, GBR, MK9 3PD

At Costa Coffee, we are what we craft. It’s about perfecting latte art, creating experiences that put a smile on people’s faces, and proudly making greatness every day.

And as a Barista, you can too.

So, why Costa?

Pay rate of £12.60-13.60 per hour (dependent on the location of the store)

We’re growing day by day, with bold plans and some pretty brilliant perks to sweeten the deal:

• Access to the Coca-Cola share scheme, including matched contributions
• 50% discount on all your favourite food and drinks in Costa-owned stores
• A smart pension that is matched up to an amazing 10%
• The Costa Financial Support Fund, supporting team members who find themselves in unexpected financial pressure

We’re passionate about being a great place to work, where you can bring your real self into our mix. We firmly support diversity, equity and inclusion, and continue to work with our teams to shape the future of our culture and values: Disciplined to Deliver, Passion for Progress, Win with Warmth, Courage to Challenge and Trusted Team Players.

We may be a global brand, but we haven’t forgotten our roots. That’s where the Costa Foundation and our fantastic community agenda come in. Whatever your role, you can help us change lives in coffee growing communities and help your local community too.

What you’ll do

Being a Barista means so much more than making velvety cups of joy. It’s your chance to learn, challenge yourself and truly master your craft – which means you’ll be:

• Putting smiles on faces come rain or shine
• Mastering our menu, from toasties to seasonal drinks and more
• Pouring passion into perfect drinks and great customer service
• Keeping your store clean, tidy and welcoming
• Working with your colleagues to make your store the very best

Who you are

We’re interested in your unique ingredients:

• A multi-tasker with a can-do attitude, not afraid to take on a challenge
• A perfectionist, dedicated to delivering excellence
• A people person and team player, who can strike up a good conversation

When you apply, you’ll start with a quick, casual chat via Sapia.ai — just a few simple questions you can answer anytime, anywhere. This AI-powered tool helps us assess key traits and skills fairly by comparing your responses to the role’s requirements. Don’t worry — there will always be human involvement in the review of your responses and in making the final hiring decision. Need adjustments? Email [e-mail]