Barista

Compass Group PLC; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I in the Defence sector is recruiting a Barista on a full-time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. You will craft beverages and deliver excellent service while upholding brand standards across Defence sites in the UK.

You will have the opportunity to progress within a company that values individuality, recognises employees, and rewards commitment. Responsibilities include drink preparation, payments, cleanliness, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering high-quality customer service.
• Hands-on brewing equipment experience.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.

Responsibilities

• Prepare blended drinks and serve high-quality food to customers.
• Keep the bar area clean and well stocked.
• Receive and process payments (cash/credit).
• Be an enthusiastic team player and effective communicator.
• Learn brewing methods and beverage presentation techniques.
• Ensure equipment operates properly and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service experience

Brewing equipment experience

Timekeeping

Reliability

Working under pressure

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 35 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.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts

Please note: This role is contracted to 49.2 weeks per year

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 Defence 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

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.

Job Reference: com/0909/95526001/52832255/BU #Defence

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!

• Job Reference com/0909/95526001/52832255/BU
• Contract Type Full Time
• Closing Date 9 October, 2026
• Job Category Customer service / Frontline
• Business Unit Defence