Barista Maestro

Costa Coffee; Ashford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking global coffee brand as a Team Leader in Ashford. This role is more than just leading; it's about creating memorable moments and energizing your team. With a commitment to diversity and community support, you'll help shape a positive workplace culture while enjoying great perks like a share scheme and generous discounts. If you have a passion for coffee and a drive for excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference in your team and community.

Benefits

Coca-Cola share scheme

50% discount on food and drinks

Smart pension matched up to 10%

Financial support fund

Qualifications

• Looking for a reliable leader with a learner's mindset.
• Eager to train new Baristas and maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Create smooth shifts and drive team success.
• Train new Baristas and develop new recipes.

Skills

Leadership

Reliability

Creativity

Job description

Category: Retail Operations - Team Leader

Location: Unit 16c, Main Square, County Square Shopping Centre, Ashford, GB-KEN, GBR, TN231YB

Team Leader (Barista Maestro) – Ashford County Square – 27 hours per week – Permanent

At Costa Coffee, we are what we craft. It’s about blending beans with dedication, serving up memorable moments, and proudly making greatness every day.

And as a Team Leader, you can too.

So, why Costa?

Starting pay £12.93 – £13.93 per hour, rising with training to £13.43 – £14.43 (dependent on store location).

We’re a global coffee brand with bold plans and some pretty brilliant perks to sweeten the deal:

• Access to the Coca-Cola share scheme including matched contributions
• 50% discount on all your favourite food and drinks in Costa-owned stores
• A smart pension that is matched up to 10%
• The Costa Financial Support Fund, supporting team members in unexpected financial pressure

We’re passionate about being a great place to work, where you can bring your true self. We support diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work with our teams to shape our culture and values: Disciplined to Deliver, Passion for Progress, Win with Warmth, Courage to Challenge, and Trusted Team Players.

While a global brand, we stay connected to our roots through the Costa Foundation and community initiatives. Your role can help change lives in coffee-growing communities and support your local community too.

What you’ll do

Being a Team Leader involves more than just leading; it’s about stepping up. You will:

• Create smooth shifts, even during busy periods
• Train and accredit new Baristas
• Drive success for your team and yourself
• Develop new recipes to energize your team
• Maintain high standards, from excellent espressos to monthly coffee excellence scores

Who you are

We’re looking for someone with:

• Reliability and trustworthiness to keep operations running smoothly
• Leadership qualities, ready to take on new responsibilities
• A learner’s mindset, eager to turn knowledge into innovative ideas

When you apply, you'll have a quick, casual chat via Sapia.ai — a few simple questions you can answer anytime, anywhere. This AI-powered tool helps us assess key traits and skills fairly by comparing your responses to the role’s requirements. Human review and final decision-making will follow. Need adjustments? Email [e-mail]