Head Barista & Team Lead — Craft Exceptional Coffee

Canary Wharf Grind - Cabot Place; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant coffee establishment is seeking an experienced Head Barista to lead a busy team at their Canary Wharf location. The role involves ensuring the highest standards of coffee quality and service, training staff, and maintaining stock levels. Candidates must possess strong leadership skills and barista expertise, including knowledge of La Marzocco and Mahlkonig equipment. This position offers various benefits including a pension scheme, employee discounts, and social events.

Benefits

NEST Pension

On-demand wage access

Interest-free employee loan

Referral Bonus

Online discounts

Employee Assistance Program

50% off food and drinks

Friends & Family Discount

Meals on Duty

Social events

Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in recruiting and developing a team.
• Trained in managing stock control.
• Passion for quality coffee with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Dial in grinders for brand-standard coffee blends.
• Train and support the barista team.
• Stretch milks with minimal wastage.
• Pour advanced latte art.
• Maintain cleanliness in the coffee section.
• Report equipment issues to maintenance.
• Manage coffee, milk & tea stock levels.

Skills

Leadership skills

Exceptional barista skills

Multi-tasking skills

Effective communication

Tools

La Marzocco Linea PB machines

Mahlkonig e65s grinders

Job description

A vibrant coffee establishment is seeking an experienced Head Barista to lead a busy team at their Canary Wharf location. The role involves ensuring the highest standards of coffee quality and service, training staff, and maintaining stock levels. Candidates must possess strong leadership skills and barista expertise, including knowledge of La Marzocco and Mahlkonig equipment. This position offers various benefits including a pension scheme, employee discounts, and social events.