Job Description – Barista (minimum 12 months experience required)
1. Purpose of the Role
As a Barista, you play a key role in creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for all customers. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality coffee, beverages, and food, delivering efficient and friendly table service, and ensuring the café is kept clean, organised, and customer-focused at all times.
You represent the café both at the counter and on the floor, contributing to excellent service and customer satisfaction.
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2. Main Duties & Responsibilities

Customer Service & Food Preparation

• Prepare and serve high quality coffee, drinks and light meals
• Take customer orders at the counter or tables in a friendly and professional manner.
• Provide accurate information about menu items and respond to customer questions or concerns.
• Process customer payments accurately via cash, card, or mobile payment systems.
• Deliver food and drinks promptly and efficiently.
• Offer attentive table service and ensure customers feel welcome and valued.

Cleaning & Organisation

• Clear and reset tables quickly to maintain a tidy café environment.
• Carry out regular cleaning duties throughout shifts, including:
• Wiping down tables, counters, chairs, and equipment.
• Sweeping and mopping floors.
• Emptying bins and disposing of waste safely.
• Washing and sanitising dishes, utensils, and trays.
• Cleaning coffee machines, fridges, and food prep areas at scheduled times, including temperature checks.
• Restock supplies (cups, napkins, cutlery, condiments, etc.) as required.

Operational Duties

• Carry out opening and closing duties according to café procedures.
• Monitor stock levels and report low stock items for ordering.
• Liaise with the Chef regarding stock orders.
• Ensure all electrical equipment (e.g., ovens, grills, coffee machine) is safely switched off after use.
• Comply with health, hygiene, and food safety regulations at all times.
• Follow the Employer’s staff checklist and procedures consistently.

Teamwork & Communication

• Work cooperatively with team members and trainees to ensure smooth café operations.
• Communicate effectively with both kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Follow instructions and direction from the Chef/Manager.

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1. Role Expectations

• Be punctual, reliable, and ready to work.
• Maintain a professional, positive, and team-focused attitude.
• Provide excellent customer service at all times.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, cleanliness, and high hygiene standards.
• Balance responsibilities both front of house and behind the scenes.
• Remain organised and efficient in a busy café environment.
• Show flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends if required.
• Take pride in your work and contribute to customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract
Pay: £7.55-£12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free parking

Application question(s):

• List previous Barista experience

Work Location: In perso

Operational Duties

• Carry out opening and closing duties according to café procedures.
• Monitor stock levels and report low stock items for ordering.
• Liaise with the Chef regarding stock orders.
• Ensure all electrical equipment (e.g., ovens, grills, coffee machine) is safely switched off after use.
• Comply with health, hygiene, and food safety regulations at all times.
• Follow the Employer’s staff checklist and procedures consistently

3. Role Expectations

• Be punctual, reliable, and ready to work.
• Maintain a professional, positive, and team-focused attitude.
• Provide excellent customer service at all times.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, cleanliness, and high hygiene standards.
• Balance responsibilities both front of house and behind the scenes.
• Remain organised and efficient in a busy café environment.
• Show flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends if required.
• Take pride in your work and contribute to customer satisfaction and loyalty