Barista - Starbucks - Leeds

SSP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals

Employee discounts

Friends and Family discount app

Training & development programs

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

SSP Starbucks in Leeds is hiring aBarista to join our fast-paced team at Leeds Bradford Airport. Fixed term contracts available through December 2026 with a base pay of 12.85 per hour plus an extra 1.20 per hour for hours between midnight and 6 AM, bringing the rate to 14.05 per hour.

Shifts run from 2am to 11pm, with flexibility across weekdays, weekends and holidays. Join SSP Starbucks and enjoy award-winning training, development programs and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or retail service preferred.
• Must be 18+ to handle alcohol.
• Criminal Record Check and references required.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly customer service and beverage knowledge.
• Deliver consistent service during all shifts.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming barista unit at all times.

Skills

Hospitality experience

People skills

Flexible shifts

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Barista - Starbucks - Leeds

Employer SSP

Location Leeds, West Yorkshire

Salary Competitive

Closing date 16 Nov 2026

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Sector Restaurant, Catering & Hospitality jobs, Barista, Waiter / Waitress, Retail jobs, Retail Assistant

Job Type Full Time, Part Time

Job Details

BARISTA - STARBUCKS, LEEDS BRADFORD AIRPORT

Fixed term contracts until end of December 2026 available!

Pay Rate: 12.85 per hour + as a little incentive, you will earn an extra 1.20 per hour for hours worked between midnight and 6 AM, bringing your rate of pay to 14.05 per hour.

Shift pattern between 2am and 11pm. Working flexibly across weekdays, weekends, bank and public holidays. Shifts may extend until the final flight departure, including during occasional flight delays.

Step into the buzz of hospitality! SSP works with brilliant brands like M&S, Starbucks, Burger King and BrewDog to serve thousands of happy customers in airports, train stations and motorway services across the UK & Ireland. Join our team and be part of the energy every day!

Love the sound of coffee brewing, orders flying, and happy customers? Welcome to SSP Starbucks! Join our fun, fast-paced team and enjoy the good vibes every shift.

ABOUT YOU:

• You buzz off working with people, staying active and having a laugh along the way.
• You're positive, kind, and bring good energy to every shift.
• 5 years of references and Criminal Record Check required.

Due to some responsibilities within the Barista role, applicants will need to be 18 years of age or over to perform certain tasks or work on certain shifts and be able to sell and handle alcohol.

• You have previous hospitality experience.

ABOUT THE BARISTA ROLE:

• Passionate about learning new skills and beverages.
• Happy to share product knowledge with customers and bespoke beverages to customer requests.
• Deliver excellent customer service with a smile.
• Maintain a clean and welcoming unit at all times.

AS A BARISTA WE WILL OFFER YOU:

• Discounted Meal while on shifts.
• Employee Discounts.
• Friends and Family Discount App.
• Award-winning training, apprenticeships and development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing Support.

At SSP, we value diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects a variety of skills, talents, and backgrounds.