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Location: 40 Hayes street, Bromley, BR2 7LD About Us: Ruby Cafe is a cozy and inviting cafe dedicated to serving high-quality coffee and creating memorable experiences for our guests. Job Description: As a Barista at Ruby Cafe, you will be the face of our cafe, responsible for providing exceptional customer service and crafting delicious coffee beverages for our guests. You will work closely with our team to uphold our cafe's standards of excellence and create a welcoming atmosphere for our patrons. Responsibilities: Greet customers warmly and assist them in selecting coffee beverages and pastries from our menu. Prepare and serve a variety of coffee drinks according to our cafe's recipes and standards. Operate coffee machines and other coffee equipment with precision and skill, ensuring consistent quality in every cup. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the cafe, including the coffee bar, brewing stations, and seating areas. Uphold food safety and sanitation standards, including proper handling and storage of perishable items and cleaning of equipment and utensils. Engage with customers in a friendly and knowledgeable manner, answering questions about our coffee offerings and providing recommendations based on their preferences. Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately and efficiently, processing orders through our point-of-sale system. Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations and timely service during peak hours. Contribute to a positive work environment by supporting your colleagues and maintaining a professional demeanour at all times. Requirements: Previous experience as a barista or in a similar customer service role is preferred. Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and approachable demeanour. Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team, contributing to a positive and collaborative work environment. Benefits: Guaranteed tips and opportunities for performance-based bonuses. Free lunch and employee discounts on food and drinks from the cafe Opportunities for advancement and career development within our cafe team. A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and teamwork. Ruby Cafe is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Job Title: Barista Location: Lewisham Employment Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday to Sunday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Salary: £13–£14 per hour About the Role We are seeking an experienced barista with excellent communication skills and a professional approach to customer service. The ideal candidate will be passionate about coffee, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering a high-quality customer experience. Key Responsibilities Prepare and serve a variety of coffee and beverages to a high standard Provide exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workspace Handle customer orders and payments efficiently Work collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth daily operations Requirements Minimum 3 years of provable barista experience (MANDATORY). Applications without this will not be considered Advanced level of English Strong communication and interpersonal skills Professional attitude and appearance Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends What We Offer Competitive hourly rate (£13–£14) Full-time, stable employment Friendly and supportive work environment

Job Title: Experienced Barista required, immediate start Location: Stonehenge Cafe, 161 High Street, Bromley, BR1 1NJ Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time Pay: £12.00–£12.50 per hour (depending on experience) We are looking for an experienced Barista to join our busy high street café. If you are passionate about coffee and enjoy providing great customer service in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you. Responsibilities: • Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and drinks, • Provide friendly and efficient customer service, • Take orders and handle payments, • Maintain a clean and organised workspace, • Follow food hygiene and safety standards Requirements: • Previous barista experience required, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Friendly, reliable, and team-oriented, • Flexible availability including weekends What We Offer: • Competitive pay (£12.00–£12.50 per hour), • Full-time and part-time positions available, • Friendly team and supportive work environment Apply with your CV and availability. ☕

Social Enterprise Coordinator 16 hours per week, Thu-Fri Fixed Term (until October 2 2026) £14,668 per year (£34,379 full time equivalent) Location: Bromley High Street Market Square & Training Centre/Lodge Purpose of the Job: You will coordinate Bromley Mencap’s emerging Social Enterprise pilot, a market‑stall‑based microenterprise cluster (coffee, plants, bikes) designed to create meaningful, structured work experience for adults with learning disabilities, difficulties and neurodiverse conditions. Working two days per week on site, you will lead the full operational cycle: vehicle loading, transport, market setup, supervision of trainee shifts, customer service, cash‑up, and safe pack‑down. You will ensure the pilot delivers high‑quality, person‑centred work experience aligned with the project model, while generating strong social value, generating sales and ancillary service enquiries. You will act as the on-site co-ordinator, job coach and operational lead, ensuring the stall runs safely, efficiently and in line with Bromley Mencap’s values. Main Duties: • Lead full operational day (09:00 - 17:00) including loading, transport, setup, trading, pack down and return., • Set up microenterprise stations (coffee, plants, bikes) and ensure all equipment is safe and functional., • Manage EPOS terminal, float, stock levels and daily consumables. - Conduct safety checks (marquee stability, temperature logs, equipment checks)., • Ensure branding, signage and customer facing materials are displayed professionally., • Supervise 2-4 disabled trainees per day across rotating AM & PM shifts., • Provide structured, confidence‑building coaching in customer service, task rotation, microenterprise skills and workplace behaviours., • Deliver clear briefings at the start of each shift and support smooth changeovers., • Promote independence while ensuring safety, dignity and person‑centred practice. Model high‑quality customer interactions and support trainees to use scripts., • Support volunteers to deliver coffee & drinks service, plant sales and display management and bike sales., • Ensure all microenterprise activities meet safety, hygiene and quality standards., • Identify opportunities to cross‑sell or promote ancillary services (barista training, event catering, garden maintenance, bike repair sessions)., • Provide warm, inclusive customer service that reflects Bromley Mencap values., • Promote the social mission of the enterprise to build community buy in., • Capture enquiries for ancillary services such as barista training, events catering, and off market bookings., • Build positive relationships with market organisers, neighbouring traders and local partners., • Work closely with Employment Services, The Lodge and Training Centre staff to ensure smooth referrals and progression. Other Duties: • To comply with safe working practices as outlined in Bromley Mencap policies and take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by acts or omissions at work., • To report any accidents, incidents or near misses as soon as reasonably practicable., • To comply with GDPR guidance as outlined in Bromley Mencap policy and report any breaches as soon as reasonably practicable., • To be aware of and adhere to Bromley Mencap policies at all times., • To take part in progress/performance reviews throughout the year., • To cooperate with other departments to achieve good outcomes for our members., • To attend training courses and complete online training modules as required to meet the requirements of the post., • To take responsibility for own personal development, seeking out opportunities to learn new skills., • To undertake any other duties as requested by management which are reasonably deemed to be within the scope of the role or necessary for the smooth running of the centre., • To apply the Bromley Mencap values and behaviours to every aspect of the role at all times., • To protect and enhance the interests and reputation of Bromley Mencap internally and externally., • To commit to, and uphold, the organisational values in all aspects of your work. Person Specification: • Essential Evidence of CPD relevant to supported employment, social enterprise, community engagement or disability inclusion., • Level 2 Food Hygiene (or willingness to obtain)., • Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, difficulties or neurodiverse conditions., • Experience in community‑facing roles, retail, hospitality, microenterprise or market trading., • Experience supervising small groups or delivering structured activities., • Experience maintaining safety, quality and customer service standards., • Understanding of person‑centred practice, reasonable adjustments and inclusive workplaces., • Awareness of food hygiene, basic retail operations and customer service principles., • Understanding of safeguarding and health & safety in community settings., • Strong organisational skills and ability to run a full operational day independently., • Confident supervising disabled adults and delivering on‑the‑spot coaching., • Strong communication and customer service skills., • Ability to manage cash/EPOS, stock and daily reporting., • Able to identify risks early and maintain a safe environment. Empathetic, patient and committed to inclusion., • Motivating, proactive and confident working in public settings., • Calm under pressure with a solution‑focused mindset., • Reliable, organised and able to work independently., • Ability to travel independently to Bromley Market from the Lodge (Rutland House) and Training Centre., • Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather., • Enhanced DBS required., • Full UK driving licence required (for transport)., • Flexibility to support occasional events Reports to: Employment Services Manager You will coordinate Bromley Mencap’s emerging Social Enterprise pilot, a market stall based microenterprise cluster (coffee, plants, bikes) designed to create meaningful, structured work experience for adults with learning disabilities, difficulties and neurodiverse conditions. Working two days per week on site, you will lead the full operational cycle: vehicle loading, transport, market setup, supervision of trainee shifts, customer service, cash up, and safe pack down. You will ensure the pilot delivers high quality, person centred work experience aligned with the project model, while generating strong social value, generating sales and ancillary service enquiries. You will act as the on-site co-ordinator, job coach and operational lead, ensuring the stall runs safely, efficiently and in line with Bromley Mencap’s values. Application process closes on Monday 23rd March 2026 with interviews commencing Monday 30th & Tuesday 31st March and Wednesday 1st April 2026 for an immediate start.