Barista

Gather + Gather; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance scheme

Personal development and training

Wellbeing strategy with Employee Assit

Regular social events

Holiday purchase scheme

Discount vouchers

Free meals

Onsite free car parking

EV charging points

Job summary

CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is recruiting a driven Barista to craft beautifully prepared drinks and support customers during a 30-hour per week contract. You will deliver first-class service, handle payments, and contribute to a welcoming cafe environment.

You will work in a fast-paced team, learn brewing methods, maintain a clean bar, and help protect the brand image. The role offers development opportunities, employee perks, and a positive work culture with regular communication from

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is preferred.
• Experience with brewing equipment is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Able to handle cash and card payments.
• Flexible to shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drinks and serve food to customers.
• Keep the bar area clean.
• Process payments (cash and card).
• Communicate effectively with the team.
• Manage stock of mugs and plates.
• Learn brewing methods and beverage blends.
• Check equipment and report maintenance.
• Represent CH&CO and maintain brand image.
• Comply with food handling, hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Teamwork

Time management

Brewing equipment

Tools

POS system

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for CH&CO on a part time basis, contracted to 30 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.

Benefits

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers
• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Electric vehicle charging points

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Mon-Fri (Full Time Days)

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 CH&CO 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

Job Reference: com/2010/48292001/52841108/BU #Gather and Gather

CH&CO, a part of 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!