Barista

Compass Group; North East; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the UK is seeking a dedicated Barista to provide outstanding service and expertly crafted drinks. This part-time position offers 32.5 hours per week and involves responsibilities such as maintaining cleanliness, processing payments, and engaging with customers. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and experience in customer service, aiming for excellence in a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Brilliant communicator able to build relationships quickly.
• Eager and motivated with a desire for excellence.
• Ability to take initiative and make right decisions for customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare perfectly blended drinks and serve food.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar area.
• Process payments accurately.
• Learn about brewing methods and food presentation.

Skills

Previous experience in customer service

Excellent communication

Hands-on experience with brewing equipment

Ability to work under pressure

Exceptional timekeeping and reliability

Job description

Overview

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Eurest on a part time basis, contracted to 32.5 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 pattern

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

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

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 Eurest 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

About Eurest

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

People-powered

We’re people-powered at Eurest

It?s an understatement to say that we?re passionate about what we do, which is why we?re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us - could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting

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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!