Job Type - Full Time
Salary - £15.30 per hour
Location - London, United Kingdom
We’re looking for a driven and enthusiastic Barista to join our team at Restaurant Associates, where you’ll play a key role in creating exceptional coffee, beautifully crafted drinks and memorable experiences for our customers.
This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7 on a variable shift pattern. Our café is open 7 days a week, so we’re looking for someone who can be fully flexible with their availability.
As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills, learn new techniques and build a career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality and recognises those who go the extra mile.
What you’ll be doing
- Crafting and serving great-tasting coffees, drinks and food that keep our customers coming back
- Creating a welcoming, friendly and positive experience for every customer
- Keeping the bar and café area clean, organised and ready to go
- Taking and processing payments confidently, including cash and card
- Working as an enthusiastic team player and communicating brilliantly with colleagues and customers
- Keeping mugs, plates and equipment clean and fully stocked
- Building your knowledge of coffee, brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation and presentation
- Checking brewing equipment is working correctly and reporting any maintenance issues
- Representing Restaurant Associates with pride and helping us maintain a positive brand image
- Following all Food Hygiene, Health & Safety and company standards
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone who brings energy, personality and a genuine passion for great customer service.
You’ll ideally have:
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build great relationships
- Previous experience in a customer-facing or hospitality role
- A positive, motivated attitude and a real drive for excellence
- The confidence to use your initiative and make decisions that put the customer first
- Hands-on experience using professional brewing equipment
- The ability to stay calm, organised and efficient when things get busy
- Excellent timekeeping and a reputation for being reliable and dependable