General Assistant/Barista

Compass Group; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in catering and hospitality is seeking enthusiastic Front of House team members to join their dynamic team in London. As a General Assistant/Barista, you will create warm experiences for colleagues and guests in a premium corporate environment. Enjoy Monday to Friday hours, free meals during shifts, and opportunities for development and career progression.

Benefits

Free meals and drinks during shifts

Access to training and development

Quarterly incentive voucher scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for excellent service and quality food and drinks.
• Confident communication skills with a friendly, approachable manner.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to a busy environment.
• Previous experience in front of house, barista, or customer service roles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a first-class front of house experience in restaurants and coffee bars.
• Serve food and beverages confidently and with a smile.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional environment.
• Support the team by staying proactive and solution-focused.
• Uphold high standards of presentation, health & safety, and food hygiene.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Position: General Assistant/Barista

Salary: £13.85

Shift Hours: Full time, 07:30 - 15:30

Working Days: Monday - Friday (no evenings or weekends)

Benefits: Meal & drinks included

We are seeking enthusiastic, customer-focused Front of House team members to join our dynamic catering and hospitality team at American Express in London.

In this fast-paced, premium corporate environment, you'll be the face of our service, creating warm and welcoming experiences for colleagues and guests.

Responsibilities

1. Deliver a first-class front of house experience in our restaurants, coffee bars, or hospitality events.
2. Serve food and beverages confidently and with a smile.
3. Maintain a clean, organized, and professional environment.
4. Support the team by staying proactive and solution-focused.
5. Uphold high standards of presentation, health & safety, and food hygiene.

Qualifications

• A passion for excellent service and quality food and drinks.
• Confident communication skills with a friendly, approachable manner.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to a busy environment.
• Previous experience in front of house, barista, or customer service roles.

What You'll Get

• Monday to Friday working hours — no weekends!
• Free meals and drinks during shifts.
• Access to training, development, and career progression.
• Quarterly incentive voucher scheme for excellent service.

Restaurant Associates provides exceptional hospitality through our food, drinks, and services. We collaborate with partners and clients to deliver outstanding employee dining and hospitality experiences across the UK, including iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We value diversity and aim to create a workplace where all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive.