Barista

BLACK SHEEP COFFEE LTD; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Paid breaks & 28 days leave

Free coffees & food on shift

Employee assistance program

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Black Sheep Coffee is seeking passionate Baristas in West Kirby to deliver great coffee and friendly service to our guests.

You’ll work varied shifts Mon-Sun, with guaranteed hours, a paid break, and opportunities to learn on a fast-paced, team-focused shop floor.

No formal experience required, but a can-do attitude, strong communication, and a love of great espresso will help you shine. Join a brand that values sustainability, community, and rapid progression.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous coffee or food service experience is a plus.
• Flexible availability including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Make coffee and products to standard with latte art.
• Deliver friendly, memorable customer service.
• Work quickly during peak periods while maintaining quality.
• Support Manager on Duty and help train new baristas.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and complete daily checks.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong communication

Multitasking

Customer service

Job description

Hours: 14 Contracted Hours Per Week

Pay: £12.75

Rota: Varied shifts Mon-Sun, including some openings and/or closings

Are you a Black Sheep? Do you want to challenge the establishment and leave the herd behind? So do we! Black Sheep Coffee are ready to take down big corporate brands and rid the world of boring, average tasting coffee.

We are seeking unique, enthusiastic Barista’s with a background in fast-paced customer service roles who are ready to hit the ground running with our dynamic and progressive company.

What You’ll Do

• Make amazing coffee and products - dial in the perfect espresso, pour eye-catching latte art, and serve quality food and drinks every time.
• Deliver unforgettable customer service - provide a friendly, genuine customer experience that keeps guests coming back.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment - work with speed and efficiency during peak periods while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Be a true team player - Support ad hoc tasks assigned by Manager on Duty, help train new baristas and communicate clearly and calmly during every shift.
• Take pride in the details - maintain a clean, safe workspace and represent the brand with positivity and professionalism. Complete daily and shift-based cleaning, food prep, compliance checklists.

What We're Looking For

• A positive attitude and strong communication skills
• Ability to multitask and stay focused in a fast-paced environment
• Previous coffee or food service experience is a plus, but not required
• Flexible availability, including some early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Schedule is published 2 weeks in advance.

What’s in it for you

• Guaranteed hours, paid breaks and 28 days of annual leave
• Free coffees and a free food item on shift
• Employee Assistance Programme for when you need advice
• Rapid career progression and development opportunities

About Black Sheep Coffee

We were founded by Eirik and Gabe, university flatmates who quit their job to leave the herd behind and embark on an exciting coffee journey. Striving not only to rid the world of boring coffee but to do this sustainability and ethically. Our coffee is sourced straight from plantation and our cups are fully recyclable. We also strive to support the homeless community with our free coffee board scheme so if you’re looking to be a part of a company that’s making a difference, jump on in.