Seasonal Barista/Coffee Shop Assistant

Dunelm; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading coffee shop chain in Barnsley is seeking a Coffee Shop Assistant for a seasonal position until 14 February 2026. You'll be responsible for serving coffee, engaging with customers, and ensuring a positive experience in a busy environment. Ideal candidates will have strong customer service skills and the ability to work well under pressure. Pay rates range from £7.55 to £12.21 per hour depending on age.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Pour and serve coffee and other beverages with care and consistency.
• Build knowledge of Pausa’s product range and communicate it to customers.
• Engage with customers to ensure a welcoming and positive experience.
• Work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining focus and energy.

Job description

Overview

From the first coffee poured to the final smile shared, every moment in Pausa is a chance to brighten someone’s day - and you’ll be right at the centre of it all.

Pay - 16-17: £7.55 per hour. 18+: £12.21 per hour.

This is a Seasonal position with an end date of 14 February 2026.

Our coffee shops, affectionately titled Pausa, are positively thriving and it is our Coffee Shop Assistants that are at the very heart of their success. You’ll take pride in every cup you pour, build expert knowledge of our product range and meaningfully connect with our customers. Whether it’s a regular grabbing their usual or a first-time visitor, you’ll make sure every customer leaves feeling better than when they arrived. It’s a busy, hands-on role that takes energy, focus and a fair bit of graft.

Responsibilities

• Pour and serve coffee and other beverages with care and consistency.
• Build knowledge of Pausa’s product range and communicate it to customers.
• Engage with customers to ensure a welcoming and positive experience.
• Work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining focus and energy.