Head Barista and Keyholder

PLUMPTON COLLEGE; Lewes; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant café and farm shop is looking for a passionate Head Barista and Keyholder to lead their dynamic team. This full-time position in Lewes involves overseeing daily operations, managing inventory, and ensuring high beverage quality. The ideal candidate should have proven barista experience in a leadership role and excellent communication skills. The role offers competitive salary benefits including up to 26 days' annual leave, a local government pension scheme, and comprehensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)

Local Government Pension Scheme

Comprehensive CPD opportunities and training

Disability Confident Committed employer

Structured induction

Coaching culture

Networking events

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a barista, ideally in a leadership capacity.
• Expert knowledge of coffee making and beverage quality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations to ensure beverage quality.
• Lead and train the barista team for excellence.
• Manage inventory and equipment maintenance.
• Ensure accurate financial record-keeping and cash management.
• Create a consistently positive customer experience.

Skills

Barista experience in a leadership role

Knowledge of coffee preparation techniques

Strong communication skills

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Flexibility with scheduling

Job description

Head Barista and Keyholder

Plumpton College

Plumpton, UK

31677.00

Permanent

Full time

NEW

Overview

Join our vibrant team at One Garden Brighton, where we blend a busy café and farm shop within a stunning garden setting. We are seeking a Head Barista and Keyholder who is passionate about coffee and dedicated to exceptional customer service. This role has been designed to support our Retail and Hospitality Manager. In this role, you will oversee daily operations and ensure the highest beverage quality while leading and training our dynamic barista team. You will manage inventory, maintain equipment, and handle cash responsibilities whilst ensuring a consistently positive customer experience for all. Your strong communication skills will help create a positive environment for both staff and customers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Oversee daily operations and ensure the highest beverage quality.
2. Lead and train the dynamic barista team.
3. Manage inventory and maintain equipment.
4. Handle cash responsibilities and ensure accurate financial record‑keeping.
5. Maintain a consistently positive customer experience.

Qualifications

• Proven barista experience in a leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of coffee preparation techniques.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexibility with scheduling, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Up to 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata).
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Comprehensive CPD opportunities and training.
• Disability Confident Committed employer.
• Menopause Pledge signatory.
• Structured induction and a supported six‑month probationary period.
• Coaching culture with in‑house L5 trained coaches.
• Eligibility for a TOTUM card and Blue Light Card.
• Regular networking events and active EDI and Sustainability committees.
• Social events at Christmas.

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We reserve the right to call candidates to interview/withdraw this vacancy at any time if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace through our Disability Confident and Menopause Pledge commitments.