Barista: Craft Coffee, Delight Customers, Grow Fast-Paced

Starbucks Ipswich – West End Road Drive Th; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Starbucks Ipswich – West End Road Drive Th is seeking a friendly Barista to deliver exceptional customer service, prepare beverages and food, and maintain a welcoming store environment. You will operate espresso machines, handle cash, and work as part of a team to meet store goals.

You will join a fast-paced retail cafe, requiring energy, reliability, and a commitment to Starbucks standards of quality and safety. Training and development opportunities are available within the store.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic cash handling and transaction processing skills.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift/move stock when necessary.
• Willingness to follow company standards and maintain quality and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and provide excellent customer service.
• Take accurate orders and operate the point-of-sale system.
• Prepare and serve coffee, tea, specialty drinks, and food items according to Starbucks recipes and standards.
• Operate espresso machines, grinders, and other café equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of work areas, equipment, and customer spaces in line with health and safety standards.
• Restock supplies and monitor inventory levels to ensure smooth store operations.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve store goals and provide support during busy periods.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, including cash handling, safety, and food hygiene requirements.
• Assist with training of new team members when needed.

Skills

Communication

Customer focus

Multitasking

Flexibility

Cash handling

Stamina

Safety practices

Tools

POS system

Job description

Starbucks Ipswich – West End Road Drive Th is seeking a friendly Barista to deliver exceptional customer service, prepare beverages and food, and maintain a welcoming store environment. You will operate espresso machines, handle cash, and work as part of a team to meet store goals.

You will join a fast-paced retail cafe, requiring energy, reliability, and a commitment to Starbucks standards of quality and safety. Training and development opportunities are available within the store.