Job Title: Barista
Location: Brew Garden, Hertford
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us
Brew Garden is a vibrant coffee shop that prides itself on delivering exceptional coffee experiences, outstanding customer service, and a welcoming environment. We’re looking for a skilled and passionate Barista to elevate our coffee offerings and lead by example in delivering quality, consistency, and innovation.
The Role
Barista, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards in coffee preparation, training the team, and ensuring every customer enjoys a perfect cup of coffee. This is a hands-on role for a seasoned barista who loves sharing their knowledge and passion for coffee with others.
Key Responsibilities
- Coffee Preparation and Quality Control
- Prepare and serve consistently high-quality coffee, ensuring exceptional taste and presentation.
- Calibrate and maintain equipment to ensure consistent brewing standards throughout the day.
- Continuously refine and improve the coffee menu, introducing seasonal and signature beverages.
- Training and Mentorship
- Train and mentor baristas on brewing techniques, latte art, customer service, and operational efficiency.
- Conduct regular team workshops and training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Customer Engagement
- Act as the face of Brew Garden’s coffee expertise, engaging with customers and sharing your passion for coffee.
- Handle customer inquiries about coffee, brewing methods, and our menu offerings.
- Operational Excellence
- Monitor and maintain all coffee-making equipment, ensuring it is clean, serviced, and in excellent working condition.
- Support the management team in ensuring smooth daily operations and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Inventory and Ordering
- Manage coffee stock levels, ensuring fresh, high-quality beans are always available.
- Assist in sourcing new beans, blends, and equipment as needed.
- Innovation and Standards
- Develop and introduce new coffee recipes, specials, and brewing techniques to enhance the customer experience.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, maintaining a clean and professional work environment.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience:
- Proven experience as a senior or lead barista in a busy café or specialty coffee environment.
- Expertise in brewing methods, latte art, and equipment calibration.
- Skills and Attributes:
- A deep passion for coffee and exceptional knowledge of coffee origins, flavors, and brewing techniques.
- Strong leadership and training abilities to guide and inspire a team of baristas.
- Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to engage with customers about coffee.
- Attention to detail, ensuring every cup meets high-quality standards.
- Organized and proactive, with a focus on operational excellence.
What We Offer
- A supportive and professional work environment.
- Opportunities to showcase your coffee expertise and drive innovation.
- Regular training and professional development opportunities.
- The chance to work with high-quality coffee and equipment.
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about coffee, skilled in crafting exceptional beverages, and love mentoring others, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.50-£13.00 per hour
Additional pay:
- Bonus scheme
- Loyalty bonus
- Performance bonus
- Tips
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Gym membership
- Referral programme
Flexible language requirement:
- English not required
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Language:
- English (required)
Work Location: In person