Barista - Costa

Compass Group; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Barista, where your skills will help craft beautifully made drinks for a major High Street brand. This part-time role offers the chance to provide first-class service while working in a dynamic environment that values individual contributions. You will be part of a team that prioritizes excellence and customer satisfaction, ensuring every drink and food item delights our customers. With opportunities for career growth and development, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Learning and Development Opportunities

Employee Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is essential.
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare blended drinks and serve high-quality food to customers.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar area and stock of mugs and plates.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Initiative

Time Management

Brewing Equipment Operation

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 25 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.

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 Costa 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.