Barista

Medirest; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare services provider is looking for a Barista to craft high-quality drinks and deliver excellent customer service on a casual basis in the United Kingdom. Responsibilities include preparing beverages, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will possess experience in customer service and excellent communication skills, and must be reliable and proactive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression

Recognition and rewards for performance

Flexible shift patterns

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is required.
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare blended drinks and serve high-quality food.
• Keep the bar area clean.
• Process payments using cash and credit cards.
• Maintain stock of mugs and plates.
• Report brewing equipment maintenance needs.

Skills

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Hands-on experience with brewing equipment

Timekeeping

Job description

Overview

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Healthcare on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 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

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be: Mon, Tues, Weds: Full-time (Days), Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun.

Your 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 Healthcare 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

About the employer

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

Job Reference: com/0809/71548003/52515816/STC #Medirest

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!