FOH Barista

Rosslyn Queen Victoria Street; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent coffee shop in the City of London is seeking a Front of House Barista to provide exceptional coffee and hospitality. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, valuing both teamwork and guest experience. Starting pay is £14 per hour, with generous benefits including 28 days annual leave and coffee discounts. Join a prestigious team recognized for excellence in the coffee industry.

Benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Access to local discounts

Unlimited coffee at work

50% off house coffee bags

30% off guest coffees

Skillset training with Head of Coffee

Qualifications

• Drive and work ethic to master specialty coffee standards.
• Ability to create meaningful connections with guests.
• Knowledgeable in coffee and retail offerings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional coffee and warm hospitality.
• Support a welcoming environment for guests.
• Stay composure while managing shop operation.

Skills

Exceptional coffee making

Hospitality skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Knowledge of coffee

Job description

We\'re preparing for growth and hiring passionate people to help shape the future of Rosslyn - The start date for this role will be from 1st October 2025

About Us

Established in 2018, Rosslyn is a collection of award-winning, high-volume specialty coffee shops located in the City of London. We bring together “all the attention to detail and high standards of the great Australian Café, combined with all the warmth and hospitality of the great Irish pub!”

At Rosslyn, we believe in value-based hiring—skills can be taught, but care and connection comes from within. We’re building a team driven to deliver hospitality with purpose, passion, and empathy, creating impact for each other, our guests, and our community. If you take pride in your work, we’d love to hear from you.

At the heart of it all, what we do is simple… “we are nice to people, and we make nice coffee”

About the Role

As a Front of House Barista at Rosslyn, you’ll be the heart of the guest experience, ensuring exceptional coffee and warm hospitality in a fast-paced environment. We offer a flexible schedule, with shifts running Monday to Friday (06:00–18:00) and Saturdays (08:30–17:00). Our commitment to work-life balance means evenings off, a 40-hour workweek, and shifts under 10 hours.

What You’ll Do

• Keep things running smoothly in the shop
• Uphold our specialty coffee standards—or bring the drive and work ethic to master them
• Create meaningful connections, recognising how hospitality and a great cup of coffee can positively change someone’s day
• Contribute to a welcoming environment, making guests feel at home and eager to return
• Be a true team player, supporting inclusivity and building relationships based on integrity and trust
• Stay knowledgeable, confidently answering guest queries on our coffee and retail offerings
• Work with composure and clarity, always looking to add value through your work

Compensation & Benefits

Rosslyn is a London Living Wage Employer, and we are proud to have received the Living Wage Champion Award in 2023. We firmly believe that taking care of our team allows them to take better care of our guests.

This is a salaried role starting on £14 per hour (with potential to rise to £14.50 after 6 months)

Work-life balance: Evenings off, 40-hour workweek, shifts under 10 hours

Training & Development: Skillset training with our Head of Coffee at Origin Coffee Roasters within your first four weeks

Coffee Discounts: 50% off house coffee bags, 30% off guest coffees

Annual Leave: 28 days per calendar year (for full-time team members)

Perks: Cycle-to-work scheme, access local discounts, unlimited coffee at work

Why Rosslyn?

We are recognised as one of the leading independent coffee shops in Europe and have been featured in major publications:

• Europe’s Best Independent Café Finalist 2024
• Living Wage Champion Award Winner 2023
• Best Independent Coffee Shop in Europe 2022 – Allegra Events (Winner)
• Best Coffee Shop in the City of London – Conde Nast
• “Tap into the global craft coffee industry beyond London and explore the talent from the rest of the world.” – The Telegraph

Join us in creating something special, one cup of coffee at a time - Apply today!