Experienced Barista (Specialty Coffee)

United Baristas; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Job summary

United Baristas is looking for an experienced Head Barista to join the team at a new Koncept Coffee store in Kentish Town. The role demands a skilled barista with 1–2+ years of experience in busy specialty coffee settings. Key responsibilities include preparing high-quality beverages, maintaining workflow during peak service, and delivering excellent customer service. The position offers a competitive pay rate of £16.00 per hour for 32 hours per week, with opportunities to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of barista experience in a busy café or specialty coffee shop.
• Confident using high-end coffee equipment with strong espresso knowledge.
• Available for early starts and weekends, organized, and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality espresso drinks to house standards.
• Maintain workflow during peak service of 200–300 coffees/day.
• Deliver warm, professional customer service and keep the work area clean.

Skills

Espresso knowledge

Milk texturing

Customer service

Independent working

Pressure management

Tools

La Marzocco machines

Mahlkönig grinders

Job description

Experienced Barista New Store opening Kentish Town

Experienced Barista (Specialty Coffee) at Koncept Coffee

This is an exciting opportunity to join the opening team of a brand-new Koncept Coffee store in Kentish Town and help shape the standards and culture from day one. Perfect for someone who wants to grow with a new specialty coffee brand.

We’re looking for a confident Senior Barista who can run bar independently, deliver exceptional coffee every shift, and help set the standard for the rest of the team.

This is not an entry-level role. You must be comfortable working fast, clean, and consistently in a busy specialty coffee environment.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare high-quality espresso drinks to house standards
• Dial in grinders and maintain extraction consistency (24–28 seconds)
• Steam milk correctly for all drink types (latte, flat white, cappuccino)
• Work confidently across bar, till, food prep and floor
• Maintain speed and workflow during peak service (200–300 coffees/day)
• Deliver warm, professional customer service
• Support opening & closing procedures
• Keep workstation, equipment and shop floor spotless
• Flag stock or equipment issues before they become problems

What We’re Looking For

• 1–2+ years experience as a barista in a busy café or specialty coffee shop
• Confident using La Marzocco machines & Mahlkönig grinders
• Can work independently without supervision
• Strong knowledge of espresso, milk texturing & drink consistency
• Fast, organised and calm under pressure
• Friendly, professional and reliable
• Available for early starts (6:30am) and weekends

Bonus (Not Essential)

• Experience training junior baristas
• Interest in coffee origins & flavour profiles
• Upselling retail beans or specials
• Social media / content capture

Why Join Us?

• Work with high-end coffee equipment
• Be part of a new premium coffee brand
• Opportunity to grow into Assistant Manager role
• Strong team culture with clear standards

  Job Details

  Job Title: Head Barista

  Full Time

  Typical Hours: 32 hours per week

  Base Pay: £16.00 per hour

  Location: Kentish Town (Koncept Coffee)