Catering Assistant

Compass Group UK; Upper Lighthorne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Eurest in the United Kingdom is seeking a Barista to craft drinks and deliver top-quality service. This part-time role is contracted to 12 hours per week with morning shifts across Mon, Tue and Wed. You will learn brewing methods, handle payments, and contribute to a welcoming customer experience.

Join a team that values communication, initiative, reliability and a passion for great coffee, while upholding Food Hygiene and Safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and delivering friendly service.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to learn brewing methods and maintain standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare blended drinks and serve high-quality food to delight customers.
• Keep the bar area clean and organized.
• Process cash and card payments accurately.
• Be a proactive team player with strong communication.
• Maintain stock of mugs and plates and ensure availability.
• Learn brewing methods, blends, food prep and presentation.
• Check equipment and report any maintenance needs.
• Represent Eurest and uphold the brand image.
• Comply with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Customer service experience

Excellent communicator

Timekeeping and reliability

Ability to work under pressure

Initiative

Tools

Brewing equipment handling

Job description

We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Eurest on a part time basis, contracted to 12 hours per week. As a Barista, you will use your skills to deliver first-class service and perfectly crafted coffees to our customers. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here’s an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Mornings
• Tues: Mornings
• Weds: Mornings

Here’s what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing perfectly blended drinks and serving high-quality food that delights our customers
• Keeping the bar area clean
• Receiving and processing payments (cash and credit cards)
• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
• Maintaining stock of clean mugs and plates
• Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation and presentation techniques
• Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs
• Representing Eurest and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Barista will:

• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Have previous experience in customer service
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Have Hands-on experience with brewing equipment
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

We’re people-powered at Eurest

It?s an understatement to say that we?re passionate about what we do, which is why we?re committed to attracting the best and brightest people to join us - could that be you? Find out what makes joining Eurest so exciting

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!