Barista Maestro

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in coffee seeks a passionate Barista Maestro to lead a team at a vibrant location. This role offers the chance to inspire others while delivering exceptional customer experiences. With responsibilities that include team leadership, training new Baristas, and maintaining high standards, this position is perfect for someone eager to take initiative and share their love for coffee. Join a warm and welcoming team where your contributions will be valued, and enjoy a range of perks that enhance your work-life balance.

Benefits

Free handmade drinks during shifts

50% discount on food and bottled drinks

Costa Coffee Retirement Plan

Life Insurance & Income Protection

Cycle to Work Scheme

Share Incentive Plan

Discounted shoe purchase scheme

Savings on gym memberships

Feel Good discounts platform

Qualifications

• Passion for coffee and people.
• Experience in a lively team environment.
• Ability to train and lead others.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support colleagues in delivering excellent experiences.
• Maximize sales by leveraging team talents.
• Train and accredit new Baristas.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Reliability

Flexibility

Initiative

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Barista Maestro

Costa Leeds NEXT The Springs, Unit 32, The Springs, Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Req #71062 | 19 June 2024

Team Leader (Barista Maestro)

Here at Costa Coffee, we want to inspire the world to love great coffee. We’re all about embracing passion, energy, and teamwork to serve memorable moments for every one of our customers. If you’re an aspiring Store Manager ready to head up a team, this could be the perfect role for you.

A bit about the role

Starting pay of £12.33 – 13.33 per hour, rising with training to £12.83-13.83 (dependant on store location).

As a Barista Maestro, you’ll have your first taste of leadership responsibility, accountability, and autonomy. You’ll be involved in day-to-day operations, stock maintenance, health & safety, store marketing, and other engaging activities. Every day, you’ll be dedicated to creating uplifting experiences for our customers and inspiring your team to keep customer service at the heart of everything they do.

What’s involved?

1. Taking the lead on shifts to support your colleagues in delivering excellent experiences
2. Maximizing sales by leveraging people’s talents and placing them in the right roles
3. Training and accrediting new Baristas
4. Familiarizing with new recipes and ranges, and sharing exciting updates with the team
5. Driving high standards in quality, whether through espresso excellence or monthly scores

A bit about you

A passion for coffee and people is just the start. What else makes a great Barista Maestro?

1. Reliability to open and close the store safely and on time
2. Team leadership experience in a lively environment
3. Desire to share responsibility and take initiative
4. Ability to turn knowledge into innovative ideas to help your store succeed
5. Willingness to learn, be bold, and act decisively
6. Flexible approach and can-do attitude to tackle new challenges daily

What we can offer

We’re proud of our team’s work and want you to feel valued with great perks and benefits:

• Free handmade drinks during shifts plus 50% discount on food and bottled drinks
• Costa Coffee Retirement Plan with matching contributions
• Life Insurance & Income Protection Cover (if you join our pension scheme)
• 50% off food & drinks in Costa stores via the Costa Discount App when off duty
• Cycle to Work Scheme for savings on bikes and accessories
• Share Incentive Plan to become a Coca-Cola shareholder
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme with up to 10% matched contributions
• Shoes for Crews – discounted shoe purchase scheme
• Savings on gym memberships and fitness accessories
• Feel Good discounts platform and app for cashback and savings at various retailers

Additionally, you’ll support fundraising for our Costa Foundation, helping children in coffee-growing communities access education.

A bit about us

Our core values are Passion, Warmth, Trust, and Courage. We’re the No. 1 coffee brand in the UK for 14 consecutive years. Join a genuine, passionate, and warm team that shares a love for coffee and delivering great experiences to customers, communities, and colleagues.

At Costa, we celebrate diversity and encourage sharing ideas. We approach our work fearlessly, support each other in taking risks, and foster a culture of inclusion where everyone can be themselves.

For reasonable adjustments or general queries, please contact us.

Other details

• Job Function (REQUIRED FIELD): Retail Operations - Team Leader
• Pay Type: Hourly
• Employment Indicator: Permanent
• Travel Required: Yes
• Job Start Date: 21 June 2024
• Location: Costa Leeds NEXT The Springs, Unit 32, The Springs, Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom