Barista

ISS Facilities Services; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A top workplace management firm is seeking a Barista/General Assistant to join their front-of-house team in London. This role requires providing high-quality coffee service and general food service in a professional catering environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in customer service, barista skills, and the ability to work well both individually and in a team. Offering a permanent contract with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-focused environment.
• Skilled at creating positive client experiences.
• Able to work effectively in a team and individually.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality beverages with barista equipment.
• Provide professional service to clients and guests.
• Assist with meeting setups and ensure spaces are clean.

Skills

Customer-focused service

Barista skills

Team collaboration

Ability to adapt quickly

Job description

Overview

Barista/General Assistant to join front-of-house team in a professional corporate catering environment. This dual-role combines high-quality coffee service with general food service, ensuring an exceptional experience for clients and guests. Location: London, EC2Y 9AN. Hours of work: 40. Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 07:30 to 16:00. Contract Type: Permanent. Hourly Rate: £14.12.

Responsibilities

• Barista Service: Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages to a consistently high standard, using barista equipment and demonstrating excellent product knowledge.
• Customer Interaction: Provide warm, professional service, building rapport with clients and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
• Hospitality Support: Assist with the setup, service, and clear-down of meetings and events, ensuring spaces are clean, presentable, and fully stocked.
• Food Service: Support the presentation and service of food in grab-and-go or buffet formats, adhering to portion control and food safety guidelines.
• General Duties: Perform cleaning, restocking, and basic food preparation to support the wider catering team.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all food safety, hygiene, and allergen procedures in line with company policy and legal requirements.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with chefs, supervisors, and colleagues to ensure smooth and efficient service throughout the day.

About You

• Experience working in a customer-focused environment.
• Skilled at providing excellent service and creating positive client experiences.
• Friendly, approachable, and professional in all interactions.
• Able to adapt and learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Works effectively both individually and as part of a team.

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.

Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.

We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace

ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.

ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.

We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.

Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.