Head Barista £18.00

Bailies Coffee Roasters; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local coffee house in Aldgate seeks a Head Barista to lead coffee operations and manage a talented team in a new café. Responsibilities include maintaining high-end equipment, training staff, and engaging with customers. Ideal candidates will have proven experience, a passion for innovation, and excellent communication skills. The position offers £18+ per hour and opportunities for progression in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Opportunity for progression

Creative freedom

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior or head barista in a specialty coffee environment.
• Expert knowledge of espresso recipes, dial-ins, latte art, and machine maintenance.
• Confident leader who can train, inspire, and support others.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain high-end coffee equipment.
• Train and manage the barista team to ensure service quality.
• Engage customers and develop new drink recipes.

Skills

Espresso recipes expertise

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Passion for innovation

Tools

La Marzocco KB90

Mahlkönig E65S

Puqpress M3

Job description

Head Barista – BabaBake Aldgate

Location: Aldgate, London £18+ per hour – Full-Time Role Be Part of Something Special

About BabaBake: We’re launching a fresh, exciting café concept in Aldgate – combining artisan pastries, fresh salads, juices, and exceptional specialty coffee. At the heart of it all? Quality, creativity, and community.

We’re looking for a Head Barista who’s passionate about coffee, thrives in leadership, and wants to shape the success of our brand-new store.

The Role

As our Head Barista, you’ll be the coffee leader and day-to-day operations expert, responsible for: • Operating and maintaining high-end equipment including: • La Marzocco KB90 3-Group • Mahlkönig E65S GBW • Puqpress M3 • Training and managing the barista team to deliver top-tier service and consistent coffee quality • Engaging customers and showcasing your skills behind the bar • Leading recipe development and creating new, seasonal drink ideas • Assisting with daily operations: stock control, ordering, scheduling, cleanliness • Supporting management with hiring and growing a strong team culture • Ensuring machinery is cleaned, maintained, and performing at its best Healthy & Safety Training team members Creating unique drinks to add to menu

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What We’re Looking For • Proven experience as a senior or head barista in a specialty coffee environment • Expert knowledge of espresso recipes, dial-ins, latte art, and machine maintenance • Confident leader who can train, inspire, and support others • Passion for innovation – from new drinks to improving workflows • Strong sense of responsibility and pride in your craft • Excellent communication and customer engagement skills

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Why Join Us • Be part of a brand-new, growing concept from day one • Work with industry-leading equipment in a beautiful new setting • Collaborate closely with management and shape the future of BabaBake • £18+ per hour + opportunity for progression and creative freedom • A fun, quality-driven, and supportive team environment