Full Time Barista/Server

Trading Post Coffee; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free coffee

Discounted meals on shift

50% employee discount on food anddrink

Discounts on beans and retail products

Discounts across Beachfront LeisureVen

Birthday Gift Card

Mental health and financial wellbeing

Company pension scheme

Ongoing coffee education and training

Clear internal career progression

Job summary

Trading Post Coffee Roasters is seeking a Barista to deliver the exceptional coffee experience we’re known for. You’ll combine technical skill with genuine hospitality to craft great espresso, textured milk and outstanding service for our guests.

Work with premium equipment on a fast-paced shift, maintain a clean station and support teammates. You’ll grow your coffee knowledge through training and coaching, while contributing to a positive team culture that values quality and hospitality.

Qualifications

• Previous barista experience in a busy hospitality environment.
• Genuine passion for specialty coffee and customer service.
• Pride in producing high-quality coffee.
• Stay calm and organised under pressure.
• Enjoy collaborating within a supportive team.
• Excellent communication and a positive attitude.
• Eager to continue learning and developing coffee knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve consistently exceptional specialty coffee to Trading Post standards.
• Dial in grinders throughout the day to maintain quality and consistency.
• Steam milk to a high standard and pour basic latte art.
• Develop knowledge of coffees, brewing methods and retail products to advise customers.
• Work closely with Front of House and Kitchen teams to deliver a seamless guest experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation across the coffee station.
• Support teammates during busy periods and contribute to a positive team environment.

Skills

Barista experience

Coffee passion

Communication skills

Learning mindset

Tools

Espresso machines & grinders

Job description

Join the Team at Trading Post CoffeeRoasters

At Trading Post Coffee Roasters, coffee isat the heart of everything we do.

As an independent, specialty coffeecompany, we're passionate about sourcing, roasting and serving exceptionalcoffee whilst creating memorable experiences for every guest. We believe greatcoffee starts with great people, which is why we invest in developing our teamsthrough training, coaching and genuine opportunities to grow.

If you're passionate about specialtycoffee, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and take pride in your craft,we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Joining Trading Post means becoming part ofa team that values quality, hospitality and continuous learning.

We offer:

• Free coffee and discounted meals whilst on shift
• 50% employee discount on food and drink at every Trading Post Coffee House
• Discounts on our specialty coffee beans and retail products
• Discounts across Beachfront Leisure venues
• Birthday Gift Card for every team member
• Free access to mental health and financial wellbeing support
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing coffee education and technical training
• Clear internal career progression opportunities

About the Role

As a Barista, you'll play a key role indelivering the exceptional coffee experience that Trading Post is known for.

You'll combine technical skill with genuinehospitality to craft consistently outstanding coffee while building meaningfulconnections with our guests. From perfectly dialled-in espresso to beautifullytextured milk, every cup reflects the pride we take in our craft.

You'll work with premium equipment,high-quality coffee and a supportive team that shares your passion for learningand delivering excellence.

A Day in the Life

As part of our Barista team, you'll:

• Prepare and serve consistently exceptional specialty coffee to Trading Post standards.
• Dial in grinders throughout the day to maintain quality andconsistency.
• Steam milk to a high standard and confidently pour basic latte art.
• Develop your knowledge of our coffees, brewing methods and retailproducts to confidently advise customers.
• Work closely with the Front of House and Kitchen teams to deliver aseamless guest experience.
• Maintain exceptional cleanliness and organisation across the coffeestation.
• Support your teammates during busy periods and contribute to apositive team environment.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you'll:

• Deliver consistently excellent coffee with speed, accuracy andattention to detail.
• Create genuine connections with guests through friendly andknowledgeable service.
• Maintain Trading Post's high standards of quality, cleanliness andhospitality.
• Continue developing your coffee knowledge through regular trainingand coaching.
• Build confidence in every aspect of specialty coffee and become atrusted member of the team.
• Contribute to a positive culture where teamwork and continuousimprovement are valued.

What We're Looking For

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have previous barista experience in a busy hospitality environment.
• Have a genuine passion for specialty coffee and customer service.
• Take pride in producing consistently high-quality coffee.
• Stay calm and organised under pressure.
• Enjoy working collaboratively within a supportive team.
• Have excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Are eager to continue learning and developing your coffee knowledge.

Desirable

• Experience with specialty coffee.
• Confident pouring basic latte art.
• Knowledge of alternative milks and espresso extraction.
• Experience using commercial espresso machines and grinders.

Career Development

Many of our leaders started in front-linehospitality roles.

Whether you want to become a Barista, HeadBarista, Roaster, Supervisor or progress into management, we'll support yourdevelopment through structured training, coaching and real opportunities togrow your career.

Our Culture

We're proud of the culture we've built.

We're passionate about coffee, but we'reequally passionate about people.

We work hard, support one another,celebrate success and believe that every team member contributes to creatingexceptional experiences for our guests.

If you're looking for somewhere that valuesquality, encourages curiosity and supports your personal and professionaldevelopment, you'll feel right at home.

Applicants must have the legal right towork in the UK.

Trading Post Coffee Roasters is proud to bean equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed tocreating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, respected andable to thrive. We want every candidate to have the best possible experience,so if there's anything we can do to support you during the recruitment orinterview process, please let us know.