Location: Tramshed Tech Grangetown Cardiff
Full Time: 35 hours per week
Salary: £23,000
HOW TO APPLY
Send your CV and a short introduction telling us why you’re a great fit to [email protected]
Job Overiew
We’re looking for a Lead Barista to run our Grangetown café - the social hub at the heart of our community. This role is about more than serving excellent coffee. It’s about creating a welcoming space where members, guests and the Tramshed Tech team can connect, collaborate and enjoy great service.
As Lead Barista, you’ll oversee the café’s daily operations, deliver consistently high standards, and support the wider community experience. You’ll lead by example on the till, train and support new team members, and make sure the café runs smoothly during the busy rhythm of meetings and events.
What We’re Looking For
Experience
· 2+ years as a barista, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role
· Comfortable with food prep and hospitality service
Skills
· Strong leadership and communication skills
· Confident in managing cafe operations and supporting a small team
· Excellent customer service with a proactive, can-do attitude
· Organised, detail-oriented, and reliable under pressure
Bonus
· Food safety certification (or willingness to complete)
· Interest in creative or tech community culture
Why Join Us?
· Sociable hours: Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm (no evenings or weekends)
· Vibrant work environment in a dynamic, community-driven tech hub
· Free coffee and access to member events and coworking perks
· Opportunities to take on more responsibility and grow with the team
About Tramshed Tech
Tramshed Tech is a collaborative hub for startups, scaleups, and enterprises. We're more than just a workspace - we're a community built around innovation, creativity, and connection.
At the heart of our Grangetown site is our café, a place where ideas are exchanged over great coffee. We’re now looking for a Lead Barista to run the show day-to-day, serve up excellent coffee, and support our wider community experience.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Service
- Set the tone for a warm, professional café experience
- Handle any escalated issues with care and confidence
- Foster a positive, approachable atmosphere for members and guests
Meetings & Events
- Support refreshment needs for in-house meetings and events
- Help with set-up, guest service and pack-down
- Work with the Community team to deliver a seamless experience
Stock & Inventory
- Monitor and manage stock levels for coffee, food and supplies
- Place orders and coordinate deliveries
- Reduce waste through portion control and good storage practices
Cash Handling & Reporting
- Ensure accurate till and payment procedures
- Support cash reconciliation and basic reporting
- Help track sales and performance metrics
Health, Safety & Cleanliness
- Maintain high hygiene standards across all café areas
- Ensure food and drink are prepared and stored safely
- Carry out regular checks and report any maintenance issues
Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
Tramshed Tech is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to accommodate.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £23,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Experience:
- Barista experience: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- English (required)
Work Location: In person
