Barista

Restaurant Associates; Woking; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a driven Barista to join their team. This full-time role involves creating beautifully crafted drinks and delivering first-class service. With a focus on team collaboration and personal growth, this position offers opportunities to advance in a supportive environment that values individuality and performance.

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience is required.
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment is necessary.
• Motivated and reliable, with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare blended drinks and serve high-quality food.
• Maintain cleanliness and compliance with hygiene standards.
• Process payments and manage stock of items.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Initiative

Timekeeping

Tools

Brewing Equipment

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Restaurant Associates on a full-time basis, contracted to 37.5 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 have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond expectations.

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Before applying, please note the following:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing blended drinks and serving high-quality food that delights our customers
• Keeping the bar area clean
• Processing payments (cash and credit cards)
• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
• Maintaining stock of mugs and plates
• Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, and food presentation techniques
• Checking equipment operation and reporting maintenance needs
• Representing Restaurant Associates and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Following Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Barista will:

• Be a great communicator and relationship builder
• Have previous customer service experience
• Strive for excellence with motivation and eagerness
• Take initiative and make customer-focused decisions
• Have hands-on experience with brewing equipment
• Work well under pressure
• Be reliable with good timekeeping

Restaurant Associates provides excellent hospitality through our food, drinks, and services. We collaborate with partners and clients to achieve great results. Our passionate teams deliver employee dining and hospitality across the UK, including iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Job Reference: com/0207/99570001/52747912/BU #RA Group

Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career growth. We celebrate diversity and want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered, and able to reach their full potential.