Barista (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is seeking a passionate Barista for their Colchester location. The ideal candidate will have a love for coffee and customer service, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be flexible with shifts. Join a dynamic team and enjoy a range of benefits including a contributory pension scheme and travel discounts.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Access to healthcare services

Travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Reward points on spending

Free wellness classes

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a barista or in a café (training available for the right candidate).
• A passion for great coffee and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Making high-quality coffees and hot drinks to order.
• Providing friendly, professional service with a smile.
• Engaging with customers to enhance their experience.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Reliability

Calmness

Job description

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Job Title: Barista (Hiring Immediately), Colchester

Client: Compass Group

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU Work Permit Required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 14.05.2025

Expiry Date: 28.06.2025

Job Description:

Position: Barista

Hourly Rate: £13.50

We’re looking for our barista team to help cover full service hours from 8am to 4pm. Whether you're seeking part-time, full-time, or flexible shifts, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits: Free bus service for staff on the 21 or 460 routes.

We want energetic, customer-focused baristas with a passion for coffee! If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and can make a perfect flat white, you’re the person we need.

As part of our catering team, you’ll serve more than just coffee — you’ll create a welcoming atmosphere for everyone who visits.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Making high-quality coffees and hot drinks to order
• Providing friendly, professional service with a smile
• Assisting with light food prep, restocking, and maintaining a tidy café area
• Engaging with customers to enhance their experience
• Adhering to health, safety, and food hygiene standards

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience as a barista or in a café (training available for the right candidate)
• A passion for great coffee and customer service
• Reliability, confidence, and teamwork skills
• A calm, positive attitude during busy times
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings and lunchtimes

About Us:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development programs
• Access to healthcare services including Digital GP
• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, etc.
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Reward points on spending with various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes

If you’re ready to join some of the best in the food service industry, explore our vacancies today. Join Compass to help feed people, fuel progress, and create connections across thousands of venues. We promote diversity and equal opportunities, valuing everyone's talents and backgrounds.