Barista

Costa; Swindon; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free handmade drinks on shift

Generous staff discount on food and/or

25% off food and drinks offshift

Company Pension Scheme

Ongoing training and development

Opportunities for progression

Job summary

Costa Coffee is seeking a Store Assistant/Barista in Swindon. The role focuses on crafting quality coffee, serving customers with a smile, and learning Costa product ranges across seasonal offerings.

You will work with a team to maintain safety and cleanliness, while enjoying opportunities for training, development and progression within the Costa franchise network.

Qualifications

• A passion for coffee and people.
• Positive outlook with can-do attitude.
• Desire to deliver excellence in every task.
• Strong communication with customers daily.

Responsibilities

• Crafting great coffee to hit the final taste and presentation every time.
• Serve customers with a smile, ensuring a happy and repeat visit.
• Learn and promote Costa products, teas, frappes, seasonal ranges, and more.
• Maintain health, safety and store cleanliness with your team.

Skills

Barista skills

Customer service

Coffee knowledge

Communication

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Job description

• West Swindon District Centre, Swindon, SN5 7DL, UK
• Permanent
• Retail Operations - Store Assistant / Barista

At WY & SF Ltd, we are proud Costa Coffee franchise partners operating stores across
Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Wiltshire and Warwickshire. We are passionate about great coffee,
exceptional customer service and creating welcoming environments for our customers and
teams.

We invest in our people through training, development and career progression opportunities,
helping our team members grow and succeed within the business.

A bit about the role

Day to day, you’ll be making coffee that provides uplifting moments for our customers. That
means sustainably sourced beans and velvety milk coffee, topped with our signature art and
delivered with your signature smile.

• Crafting great coffee that hits that sweet spot every time
• Serving customers with a smile so they walk away happy and excited about their next
  visit
• Soaking up all there is to know about Costa products – don’t forget our teas, frappes,
  seasonal ranges and much more
• Working with your team to maintain health & safety and cleanliness across the store
• Most importantly, having fun – this is your time to learn, develop and meet great
  people

A passion for coffee and people is just the start of what we’re looking for. So, what else makes a great Barista?

• A passion for coffee and people is just the start of what we’re looking for. So, what else
  makes a great Barista?
• A positive outlook, can-do attitude, and bags of personality
• A passion for delivering excellence in everything you do
• The communication skills to strike up a good conversation with our customers daily
• A hard-working attitude and multi-tasking skills

We’re really proud of the work our team members deliver, and we want you to feel valued
and rewarded with great perks and benefits:

• £8.00 – £12.90 per hour (depending on age, experience and location), increasing with
  training
• Hours of work – TBC
• Holiday allowance – TBC
• Free handmade drinks on shift
• Generous staff discount on food and bottled drinks
• 25% off food and drinks when off shift via our Discount App
• Company Pension Scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Great opportunities to progress within a growing Costa franchise business

And if this isn’t enough, you’ll also enjoy some fundraising for our Costa Foundation, helping children in coffee-growing communities gain access to safe and quality education.

WY & SF Ltd is a family-owned Costa Coffee franchise operating multiple stores across
Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Wiltshire and Warwickshire. We are passionate about creating
welcoming coffee shops where both our customers and team members feel valued.
We believe that great stores are built by great people. That’s why we look for individuals who
take pride in delivering excellent customer service, enjoy working as part of a team, and are
committed to maintaining high standards in everything they do.

We are committed to investing in our people through comprehensive training, coaching and
development opportunities. Whether you are joining us as a Barista or stepping into a
management role, we will provide the support and tools you need to succeed.
Many of our managers and leaders started their careers behind the coffee machine, and we
actively encourage career progression for those who demonstrate the passion, commitment
and ambition to develop within the business.

If you are looking to join a supportive team, make a difference in your local community and
build a rewarding career with Costa Coffee, we’d love to hear from you.

*This role is for a store owned by one of our franchise partners, their hiring process, salary and benefits may vary from those within a wholly owned Costa store advert.

Location

West Swindon District Centre
Swindon
SN5 7DL
UK

Reimagining coffee experiences to make a difference

We’ve been changing the coffee game since day one. Founded by two pioneering brothers back in 1971, that innovative spirit (and love for great coffee) lives on in our cups, communities and Costaristas all over the world. And there’s never been a better time to join us.

“ Finding a company whose culture and values align to yours, and where your strengths are needed and appreciated, is probably the best tip for moving forward in your career.”

• West Swindon District Centre, Swindon, SN5 7DL, UK
• Permanent
• Retail Operations - Store Assistant / Barista