Barista - Starbucks

SSP UK & Ireland; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food travel is looking for enthusiastic Baristas to join their team at Newcastle Airport. This exciting role offers the chance to engage with customers and provide exceptional service while enjoying a vibrant work environment. With flexible shifts and opportunities for career growth, you’ll be part of a diverse team that values inclusivity and personal development. Enjoy generous discounts, training programs, and a supportive workplace culture. If you have a passion for food and travel, this is your chance to embark on a rewarding journey with a leading company in the industry.

Benefits

75% discount on meals while on shift

Up to 50% employee discount at various SSP brands

20% discount via Friends and Family App

Access to training and development programs

Help@Hand app for shopping discounts

Health and wellbeing support

Inclusive culture

Engaging activities like Barista Competitions

Financial benefits including pension plans

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for food and travel.
• Ability to provide outstanding service.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to provide outstanding service.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Work collaboratively with team members.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Barista at Starbucks, Newcastle Airport

Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour + an extra £1.20 per hour for hours worked between midnight and 6am, totaling £13.41 per hour.

Shift Pattern: Full-Time (5 days/30 hrs) roles available with shifts between 3:00am and 9:00pm. Flexibility to work across weekdays, weekends, bank, and public holidays.

Successful candidates will need to provide references for the last 5 years and undergo a Criminal Record Check in line with Airport Security Regulations. Applicants must be 18 or over to handle and serve alcohol and perform certain responsibilities.

If you’re passionate about food and travel, you’re in the right place. We are global food travel experts, offering a variety of food and drink options for travelers passing through airports, train stations, and more. We collaborate with over 500 brands, including our own brands like Upper Crust, Millie’s Cookies, Café Local, and Beer House, as well as franchises like M&S, Burger King, and BrewDog.

Why Join SSP as a Barista?

At SSP, we offer more than jobs; we provide career growth and benefits:

• 75% discount on meals while on shift
• Up to 50% employee discount at various SSP brands, including 20% off alcoholic beverages
• 20% discount via the Friends and Family App across select SSP outlets
• Access to training, apprenticeships, and development programs like the Duty Manager Development Programme and Chef Academy
• Help@Hand app offering shopping discounts, GP appointments, and wellbeing support
• Health and wellbeing support through Retail Trust, flexible working, and family-friendly leave
• Inclusive culture with networks supporting LGBTQ+, women, neurodiversity, and disabilities
• Engaging activities like Barista Competitions and Millie’s Cookies Ice Off Challenge
• Financial benefits including pension plans, life assurance, share schemes, and Cycle to Work

As a Barista, You’ll:

• Engage with customers to provide outstanding service
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
• Work collaboratively with team members for smooth operations
• Demonstrate SSP values

Feel like you belong at SSP? Apply now and start an exciting journey with us!

SSP is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.