Barista

Compass Group PLC; Torpoint; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in Torpoint seeks a driven Barista to craft beautifully made drinks and provide excellent customer service in a part-time role. The ideal candidate will have prior customer service experience and effective communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to work in a team-focused environment, with flexible shifts throughout the week.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service.
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Preparing blended drinks and serving food.
• Keeping the bar area clean.
• Receiving and processing payments.

Skills

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Initiative

Timekeeping and reliability

Tools

Brewing equipment

Job description

Overview

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 16 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

• Mon
• Tues: Evenings
• Weds
• Thurs
• Fri: Afternoons
• Sat: Evenings
• Sun
• Note: This role is contracted to 50.2 weeks per year

What you need to know before applying

Responsibilities

• 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 Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations
• 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 Compass

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.