Front of House/Barista Staff

Sodexo Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A world leading food and facilities management company is seeking casual Front of House/Barista Staff for Café Portrait Gallery in Edinburgh. This role entails greeting and serving customers, taking orders, and providing excellent table service in a creative cultural environment. Ideal candidates will have prior customer service experience and a background in hospitality, alongside a passion for quality service.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Barista training provided

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is essential.
• Experience working in a restaurant with table service is a must.
• Strong work ethic with a proactive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Greet and serve customers with a friendly, positive attitude.
• Take orders and handle payments accurately.
• Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and beverages.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

We currently have an opportunity for casual Front of House/Barista Staff to join our amazing team at Café Portrait Gallery. This is a great opportunity for driven individuals to succeed in a fast and innovative catering facility. A need for outstanding customer focused individuals to join a world leading food and facilities management company, which can offer unrivalled opportunities for career progression.

What We Offer

• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Opportunity to work in a unique and creative cultural space.
• Staff discounts and other perks.

Role Responsibility

• Greet and serve customers with a friendly, positive attitude.
• Take orders and handle payments accurately.
• Provide full table service, ensuring that guests have an excellent dining experience.
• Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and beverages (training provided).
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the café.
• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Assist with food preparation, service, and general upkeep.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in customer service is essential.
• Experience working in a restaurant with table service is a must.
• Background in hospitality (in a café, restaurant, or similar environment).
• Barista experience is a plus, but full training will be provided.
• Strong work ethic with a proactive, can-do attitude.
• High attention to detail, especially in cleanliness and presentation.
• A genuine love for working with people and being part of a team.
• Reliability, punctuality, and enthusiasm are required.

Package Description

• 12.60 per hour
• Casual work
• Barista training provided

About the Company

Heritage Portfolio is the sub-segment of Sodexo Live! that produces outstanding catering and event services for our cultural destinations. These include exceptional “in-house” café services in some of Britain’s leading visitor attractions such as V&A Dundee, The Signet Library, Portrait Gallery, private parties and dining, weddings and prestigious events.

Our mantra is “Never standing still” and as we grow and flourish in the world of bespoke events and venues, we remain true to our original ethos: to provide an amazing experience that goes beyond the remarkable food we serve. Therefore we are always looking for passionate, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team and take pride in the work they deliver.