Barista

Chartwells Independent; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Reading is seeking a driven Barista to create beautifully crafted drinks on a part-time basis, contracted for 32 hours per week. The role involves preparing high-quality beverages, serving food, and maintaining cleanliness. Ideal candidates are excellent communicators with customer service experience and a hands-on approach to brewing. Access to development opportunities and a range of benefits are included. Join a diverse team that values individual strengths and promotes career advancement.

Benefits

Great operational training

Life assurance scheme

Personal Development and Training opportunities

Wellbeing strategy

Social events

Holiday purchase scheme

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is preferred.
• Brilliant communicator who easily builds relationships.
• Motivated and eager to strive for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare perfectly blended drinks and serve high-quality food.
• Keep the bar area clean.
• Receive and process payments.
• Represent the brand and maintain a positive image.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service experience

Hands-on experience with brewing equipment

Ability to work under pressure

Timekeeping and reliability

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 32 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 patterns will be: Other

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/1612/48360001/52770031/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!