Barista - Asda

OneRetail; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Cardiff is seeking a part-time Barista to deliver first-class service and expertly crafted drinks. The ideal candidate will excel in customer service, work well under pressure, and possess hands-on brewing experience. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for personal growth within an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Learning and development opportunities

Inclusive workplace environment

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service is essential.
• Must have hands-on experience with brewing equipment.
• Excellent time-keeping and reliability are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare perfectly blended drinks and serve high-quality food.
• Keep the bar area clean and organized.
• Process payments accurately.
• Maintain stock of clean mugs and plates.
• Check brewing equipment and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Initiative and decision-making

Time-keeping and reliability

Tools

Brewing equipment

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for a major High Street brand on a part time basis, contracted to 20 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 every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

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
• Checking if brewing equipment operates properly and reporting any maintenance needs
• Representing Asda 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 time‑keeping 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.

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!