Barista - Bijou Cafe

Experience and work under pressure

Here at PRS Recruitment we are looking for a experienced Barista's to work at our clients sites based in Westminster. Details • This is a temporary and on-going position and not a permanent role, • The hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00, • £13.85 per hour + holiday pay on top, • Weekly pay What we are looking for: • Over 1 year experience as a Barista and confident using a Manual Coffee Machine., • Fully available Monday to Friday., • Available to start from Monday 15th September.

This job role requires someone with minimum one year barista experience. Responsible and have the ability to make all coffees and speciality drinks on the menu at a high standard. Because we are based at a railway station the team will be required to make drinks with speed and quality with great customer service. This role requires to open the shop and close the shop, there will be always 2 members of staff on site during busy periods.

PART TIME OFFER TO FULL TIME As a barista on our family run speciality coffee shop, you are not just preparing drinks. You are the face of our business, the start of someone's day. We are looking for someone who brings warmth, personality and professionalism to every shift and who takes pride in both craft and community. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU -A naturally friendly, warm and talkative personality -strong communication skills and emotional intelligence -willingness to learn about speciality coffee and refine your skills -pervious cafe or hospitality experience is a plus but we are happy to train the right person -a love for talking to people, good food & coffee and creating great vibes CUSTOMER SERVICE -you are friendly, confident and naturally welcoming ,greet every customer with a warm smile and friendly energy. When you say hello make costumers feel seen and heard. -you enjoy conversation and create a space where regulars return because of the way you made them feel -you understand how to balance fast service with real connection -build genuine rapport with regulars and new visitors alike. -engage in light, welcoming conversations to create a relaxed environment. -handle customer feedback professionally and with empathy . -remember customer names and favourite/regular orders when possible. -take orders confidently and handle payments accurately COFFEE PREPARTION & BEVERAGES Knowing how to prepare espresso based drinks to speciality standards (calibrating grind, dial in, tamping, extraction, milk steaming) Know your beans: origin, tasting notes and roast level Maintain grinder calibration and espressso machine cleanliness throughtout the day. UPSELLING & PRODUCT KNOWNLEDGE - UNDERSTANDING THE CUSTOMERS MOOD & INTENT Listen carefully to cues: Are they in a rush, chatty, curious or hungry ? Recommended add ons such as non dairy milks, extra shots, syrups or food pairings Proactively recommend pastries, retail coffee or drink upgrades based on customer prefence. Learn flavour profiles, bean origins and seasonal items and confidently describe them. Encourage costumers to try new things through tasting or limited free offers DAILY SHOP OPERATIONS -Open and close the shop efficiently, folling prep and cleaning checklists. -Keep the cafe tidy, well stocked and looking beautiful -Keep customer seating and service tidy, safe & welcoming. -Restock coffee beans, milk, condiments and other supplies as needed. -Maintain hygienic practices at all times (including personal hygiene and food safety) -You consistently maintain a clean and organised workstation, whether you are behind the machine, at the counter or handling dishes -You understand and follow hygiene practices (washing hands, sanitising surfaces, prper food handling) without needing to be reminded -You alwasy leave the coffee machine and bar tidy at the end of the shift, and you jump in to clean up even when its not "your mess" • You treat the cafe like your home, from polishing glassware to folding cloths properly., • TEAM & CULTURE, • -Work closely with other staff (including family) to support each other throughout shifts, • -Communicate openly about stock needs, customer feedback or team tasks, • -Contribute to a positive, respectful environment, bring energy and humour to the team., • -Be flexible and jump in to help wherever needed (kitchen, floor, dishwashing, restocking), • -Can stay cool under pressure, know hoe to move quickly without sacrificing quality or cleanliness., • -You are reliable and you show up on time. You are ready to work and your team knows they can count on you, • Looking forward to hearing from you,, • Anna & Team!

…Interested in being an important part of a unique, growing company, where you feel good about your work, great about your pay, and even better about having evenings and weekends off, then read on! This is one of those great opportunities in life, where if you are the right person full-time person, like the rest of our team, you'll be really pleased you took! We are a small, independent, quality coffee, patisserie & fresh food company & we’re growing. We are seeking a full-time, career-minded person to join us, for this rewarding in all ways, role. If you're friendly, enthusiastic and enjoy working with people who share good values & work ethics, in a company which cares about its people as much as it cares about its customers (who love what we do), this is the company & role for you. We are: · providers of fine coffee, patisserie, cakes, delicious, sandwiches, healthy juices and smoothies, at great prices · proud of our people, our freshness & quality, our personal service and what we stand for · fun, friendly, appreciative of a good sense of humour & value our team’s opinion · genuinely interested in quality and value and we love what we do (and it shows) We are looking for a: · naturally friendly, enthusiastic personality with a great & positive outlook on life! · person with good coffee and/or food preparation experience · good communicator, with naturally good & caring customer service skills · experience in a fast-paced, buzzing environment making coffee, smoothies and or, in prepping delicious sandwiches etc. · food handling level 2 certified individual (if you are not, we will take the time to get you certified!) With evenings, weekends & bank holidays off, we provide a great, well paid work-life balance! The Admin Things: · We are open Monday-Friday in South London · £13 per hour starting salary (& if you do well, we increase quickly & by the pound) · No early, no late shifts! · No bank holidays (open M-F, 6:30am - 6:30 pm), three rotating 8 hour shifts, shared by the team equally ie one week you get to sleep in! · Enjoy your full weekends off! · 28 paid holidays (including 8 bank holidays)! · Work with lovely, friendly, caring colleagues & managers, who all work for lovely customers! · Everybody does everything that needs to be done equally! · As much delicious food & coffee as you like, all day, every day! · Wear what you’re comfortable in! ...if this role sounds right for you, you want to enjoy your work and the people you work with, and you are looking to progress with a small company that cares, then come and join us! Looking forward to it & thanks!

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Key Responsibilities: 1. Coffee Preparation: Brew coffee and espresso drinks according to standard recipes and customer preferences., 2. Customer Service: Greet customers, take orders, and provide recommendations based on their preferences., 3. Maintaining Cleanliness: Keep the coffee shop clean and organized, including the coffee machines, utensils, and dining areas., 4. Inventory Management: Assist in managing inventory, including ordering supplies and ensuring that all ingredients are fresh., 5. Cash Handling: Process transactions accurately using the cash register and handle cash and credit card payments., 6. Creating a Welcoming Atmosphere: Foster a friendly and inviting environment for customers, ensuring they have a positive experience., 7. Promoting Products: Upsell and promote special beverages, seasonal items, or new menu offerings. Skills Required: • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Knowledge of coffee and brewing techniques, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Attention to detail and a passion for customer service This role is essential in providing a great coffee experience to customers. If you think this is the right job for you send us over your CV.

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Are you passionate about making high-quality coffee in a fast-paced, friendly environment? We’re looking for a skilled barista to join our team in South Kensington. About the Role: We have a full-time position available. As a barista, you'll be responsible for crafting top-notch coffee, delivering excellent customer service, and keeping things running smoothly. What We’re Looking For: Minimum 1 year of experience in a high-volume, speciality coffee environment Strong espresso and milk-steaming skills, with basic latte art ability A positive, confident, and open-minded attitude Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving Ability to work efficiently with great attention to detail and cleanliness Availability to work on weekends What We Offer: Training, support, and opportunities for career progression A chance to grow your coffee knowledge and leadership skills Paid meals and drinks on shift A fun, engaging, and supportive work environment If you love brewing amazing coffee and creating memorable customer experiences, we’d love to hear from you!