Barista

Chartwells; Widnes; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering service in the UK is seeking a motivated Barista to craft high-quality drinks and food for university customers. This permanent casual role offers the chance for growth and development with a company that values its employees. Ideal candidates are experienced in customer service, possess excellent communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Learning and development opportunities

Great perks

Qualifications

• Brilliant communicator and easily builds relationships.
• Previous experience in customer service.
• Strives for excellence in an eager and motivated manner.
• Takes initiative and makes decisions that are right for customers.
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Preparing perfectly blended drinks and serving high-quality food.
• Keeping the bar area clean.
• Receiving and processing payments.
• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator.
• Maintaining stock of clean mugs and plates.
• Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation.
• Checking brewing equipment operations and reporting maintenance needs.
• Representing Universities and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Complying with food handling & hygiene standards.
• Complying with health & safety regulations.

Job description

Overview

We\'re currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Universities 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 patterns

5 out of 7 days

Your key 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 Universities 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

As part of Compass you\'ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK\'s biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/1209/G92701/52762530/BU #Universities & Colleges

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!