Barista

Gather & Gather UK; Newport; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A catering and hospitality company in Newport is seeking a part-time Barista to craft beautifully blended drinks and provide first-class customer service. The ideal candidate will have previous customer service experience, be a brilliant communicator, and demonstrate hands-on experience with brewing equipment. This role offers a supportive environment focused on development and teamwork, with numerous benefits including training opportunities and social events.

Benefits

Great operational training

Life assurance scheme

Personal development opportunities

Wellbeing strategy including Employee Assistance Programme

Regular social events

Holiday purchase scheme

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is a plus.
• Must have hands-on experience with brewing equipment.
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare perfectly blended drinks and serve high-quality food.
• Keep the bar area clean and organized.
• Process payments effectively and accurately.
• Maintain stock of clean mugs and plates.
• Learn about brewing methods and beverage blends.

Skills

Brilliant communicator

Customer service experience

Ability to work under pressure

Hands-on experience with brewing equipment

Timekeeping

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for CH&CO on a part time basis, contracted to 15 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.

Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon:
• Tues:
• Weds:
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Here's what you need to know before applying:

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 CH&CO 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

Job Reference: com/0412/48438001/52779512/BU #Gather and Gather

CH&CO, a part of 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!