Barista Maestro

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

Job summary

Join a passionate team at a leading coffee brand as a Team Leader (Barista Maestro) in a vibrant retail environment. This role is perfect for those who love coffee and want to inspire others while maximizing sales and delivering unforgettable experiences. You'll lead shifts, train new team members, and maintain high standards of quality, all while enjoying fantastic perks like free drinks and discounts. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge in a supportive and inclusive culture, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Free handmade drinks on shift

50% discount on food and bottled drinks

Costa Coffee Retirement Plan

Life Insurance & Income Protection Cover

Costa Discount App

Cycle to Work Scheme

Share Incentive Plan

Discounted shoe purchase scheme

Discounts on gym memberships

Feel Good discounts platform

Qualifications

• Experience in team leadership within a retail environment.
• Passion for coffee and exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts to ensure exceptional customer experiences.
• Train and support new Baristas to maximize sales.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Coffee Knowledge

Sales Maximization

Education

High School Diploma

Barista Training

Job description

Team Leader (Barista Maestro) - Maldon Blackwater Retail Park - 18 hours per week - FTC

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.

What’s involved?

1. Taking the lead on shifts to support your colleagues in delivering unbeatable experiences
2. Making the most of people’s talents to maximise sales
3. Training and accrediting new Baristas
4. Getting familiar with new recipes and ranges, and sharing the exciting news with the team
5. Driving high standards every time, whether that’s through the quality of an espresso or monthly coffee excellence scores

A bit about you

A passion for coffee and people is just the start of what we’re looking for. 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 busy environment
3. Desire to take on shared responsibility
4. A love of turning knowledge into actionable ideas to help your store succeed
5. Willingness to learn and be bold, brave, and action-oriented
6. Flexible approach and can-do attitude, as each day offers exciting new challenges

What we can offer

We’re really proud of the work our team members deliver, and we want you to feel valued and rewarded with great perks and benefits:

• Free handmade drinks on shift 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)
• Costa Discount App – 50% off food & drinks in Costa stores when not working
• Cycle to Work Scheme for savings on bikes and accessories
• Share Incentive Plan – opportunity to become a Coca-Cola shareholder
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme with up to 10% matched contributions
• Shoes for Crews – discounted shoe purchase scheme
• Discounts on gym memberships & fitness accessories
• Feel Good discounts platform and app for cashback and savings at various retailers

Additionally, you'll participate in fundraising for our Costa Foundation, supporting children in coffee-growing communities.

About us

At Costa Coffee, our values are Passion, Warmth, Trust, and Courage. We’re the No. 1 coffee brand in the UK for 14 consecutive years. Join a passionate, warm team that shares a love for coffee and delivering great experiences.

We promote diversity, encourage sharing ideas, support risk-taking, and foster an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves.

Other details

• Job Function: Retail Operations - Team Leader
• Pay Type: Hourly
• Employment: Fixed Term Contract
• Locations include Chelmsford, Maldon, Danbury, Fullbridge, Heybridge, Mayland, South Woodham Ferrers, Southminster, Tiptree, Tollesbury, Witham, Woodham Ferrers, Woodham Mortimer, Woodham Walter