Part-Time Barista — Craft Coffee, Friendly Team & Growth

Compass Group UK; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group UK is seeking a driven Barista for a part-time role (~30 hours per week) to craft beverages and deliver excellent service in a major High Street brand setting. You will learn brewing methods, maintain a clean bar, and handle payments while working as a dependable team player.

Successful candidates will bring prior customer service experience, strong communication, and the ability to work under pressure, with a focus on reliability and timely service.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service.
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare perfectly blended drinks and serve high-quality food that delights our customers.
• Keep the bar area clean.
• Receive and process payments (cash and credit cards).
• Be an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator.
• Maintain stock of clean mugs and plates.
• Learn about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation and presentation techniques.
• Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs.
• Represent a major High Street brand and maintain a positive brand image.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Comply with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Brewing equipment

Under pressure

Timekeeping

Reliability

Job description

Compass Group UK is seeking a driven Barista for a part-time role (~30 hours per week) to craft beverages and deliver excellent service in a major High Street brand setting. You will learn brewing methods, maintain a clean bar, and handle payments while working as a dependable team player.

Successful candidates will bring prior customer service experience, strong communication, and the ability to work under pressure, with a focus on reliability and timely service.