Barista Maestro

Costa Coffee; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on food and drink

Matched pension up to 10%

Coca-Cola share scheme

Financial Support Fund

Airport parking

Job summary

Costa Coffee is seeking a Team Leader in Manchester to oversee shifts, mentor Baristas, and uphold our service and coffee standards.

This full-time, permanent role offers consistent hours with flexible shifts and includes benefits like employee discounts and pension matching. You’ll thrive in a busy store, lead a positive team, and ensure memorable customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced retail store environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to train and support new staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead smooth, efficient shifts.
• Train and support new Baristas.
• Energise and motivate your team.
• Maintain high standards across service and coffee excellence.
• Use resourcefulness to keep everything running smoothly.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Staff training

Job description

Team Leader

Full-time - Permanent - 40 Hours

Store Opening Times - 02:30-22:00

Must be able to work either from 01:30 or until 23:00 on a consistent basis.

Free Airport Parking Included

Must be able to obtain clear basic DBP and pass background checks.

At Costa Coffee, we’re all about crafting great coffee and memorable moments. As a Team Leader, you’ll bring energy, confidence and support to every shift. We also offer flexible shifts to suit you and the store.

Why Costa

• £14.75 per hour (location dependent)
• 50% discount on all food and drink in Costa-owned stores
• Matched pension up to 10%
• Coca-Cola share scheme
• Financial Support Fund
• More perks: https://bit.ly/costaperks

We’re committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and our values, Discipline to Deliver, Passion for Progress, Win with Warmth, Courage to Challenge and Trusted Team Player, shape how we work. Through the Costa Foundation, you’ll also support communities locally and globally.

What you’ll do

• Lead smooth, efficient shifts
• Train and support new Baristas
• Energise and motivate your team
• Maintain high standards across service and coffee excellence
• Use resourcefulness and adaptability to keep everything running well

Who you are

• A reliable role model with accountability and maturity
• A strong team player with great communication skills
• Energetic, positive and confident leading others
• Adaptable, resourceful and calm under pressure
• Experience as a team leader or ready to step into the role