Retail Team Member/Barista

Bamford Collection; North Common; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on products

Discounts on Daylesford restaurants

Wellbeing support

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Volunteering days

Job summary

Daylesford Organic, part of The Bamford Collection, is seeking a passionate Retail Team Member for its farm shop in a luxury lifestyle setting. You will deliver an elevated, personal customer experience, share our story from organic farming to artisanal foods, and contribute to a new coffee outlet.

We value great service, flexibility to work weekends, and strong communication. Previous luxury retail or barista experience is a plus, and you’ll thrive in a fast-paced, friendly team.

Qualifications

• Previous retail experience, ideally within luxury or lifestyle brands, though not essential.
• Barista training or experience is preferred, though not essential.
• Strong communication skills and a natural ability to connect with people.
• A proactive, positive attitude and commitment to high standards.
• Flexibility to work weekends and peak trading periods.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, friendly environment while delivering exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and engage customers with genuine warmth and product knowledge.
• Deliver an elevated retail experience that reflects Daylesford’s values of wellness and sustainability.
• Opportunity to support in running our new coffee outlet.
• Build lasting customer relationships and encourage loyalty through thoughtful service.
• Share knowledge of our collections, ingredients, and brand philosophy.
• Collaborate with the team to meet sales targets and exceed expectations.

Skills

Retail experience

Barista training or experience

Strong communication skills

Positive attitude

Weekend flexibility

Thrives in fast-paced environment

Job description

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.

SALARY : £12.89 + TRONC, Paid Weekly!

HOURS: Full Time 32-40 hours, Monday - Sunday including weekends.

ABOUT US

Award-winning Daylesford Organic is one of the UK’s most renowned organic farm estates based in the heart of the Cotswolds countryside. More than just a farm, Daylesford is a vibrant destination for food lovers, wellness seekers, along with beautifully curated retail spaces, bringing together exceptional organic produce and nourishing experiences in a truly unique setting.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join our team at Daylesford Organic, where sustainability, craftsmanship, and exceptional service come together in a truly unique retail environment.

We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Retail Team Member to become part of our beautifully curated farm shop, delivering an outstanding and personalised customer experience that reflects the quality and ethos of our brand. Every interaction is an opportunity to share our story, from organic farming to artisanal food and fine wines. If you have a genuine love for high-quality food, sustainable living, and delivering a fantastic retail experience, we would love to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Welcome and engage customers with genuine warmth and product knowledge.
• Deliver an elevated retail experience that reflects Daylesford’s values of wellness and sustainability.
• Opportunity to support in running our new coffee outlet.
• Build lasting customer relationships and encourage loyalty through thoughtful service.
• Share knowledge of our collections, ingredients, and brand philosophy.
• Collaborate with the team to meet sales targets and exceed expectations.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Previous retail experience, ideally within luxury or lifestyle brands, though not essential.
• Barista training or experience is preferred, though not essential.
• Strong communication skills and a natural ability to connect with people.
• A proactive, positive attitude and commitment to high standards.
• Flexibility to work weekends and peak trading periods.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, friendly environment while delivering exceptional service.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• Discounts: Enjoy a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one, including:
  • Purchase your lunch at any of our Farm shops (food to go or retail) and receive 50% off, up to the value of £20.
  • Shop all other products at our Farm shops and retail stores including clothing, home, garden, food and drink at 30% off, in store and online.
  • Visit any of our Daylesford Restaurants and receive 30% off, or any of our Pubs and received 10% off, for yourself and up to five guests.
  • Book any of our wellness classes, treatments services or courses at the Daylesford cookery school with 30% off for all employees.
  • Receive 60% off all Bamford skincare and 30% off apparel in-store and online.
  • Enjoy 40% off all bath, body & home fragrance products from both Daylesford Organic & Bamford, in store and online.
  • Mental Health Support: 24-hour access to our Employee Assistance Programme through Help@Hand
  • Padel Discount: (Cotswolds)
  • Nationwide Gym Discounts: Various nationwide gym discounts available through Help@Hand such as PureGym and The Gym Group
  • Local Gym Discounts (Cotswolds Area)
  • Wellbeing modules: to provide practical support and advice for your wellbeing
  • Electric Car Scheme: (subject to criteria, following probation)
  • Volunteering Days: One paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice
  • Private Medical: Subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa
  • Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9 percent of your salary into your pension each month with a 4.5 percent contribution from us
  • Life Assurance: Cover equivalent to one year of your annual salary
  • Enhanced Family Leave Pay (T&C’s apply)
  • Enhanced Company Sick Pay (T&C’s apply)
  • Enhanced Holiday Pay (up to 33 days per annum including Bank Holidays, Pro-Rata)
  • Refer a Friend Scheme-Earn up to £750 when you refer a friend to work with us (T&C’s apply)
  • Flu Jabs (optional, available twice per annum)