Barista – Full Time – London

Company: Compass Group
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Location: London
Job Description:

Salary: 15.3 per hourShift hours: Full Time

Love coffee? Love people? Lets talk.

Were looking for a driven and enthusiastic Barista to join our team at Restaurant Associates, where youll play a key role in creating exceptional coffee, beautifully crafted drinks and memorable experiences for our customers.

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7 on a variable shift pattern. Our caf is open 7 days a week, so were looking for someone who can be fully flexible with their availability.

As part of our team, youll have the opportunity to develop your skills, learn new techniques and build a career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality and recognises those who go the extra mile.

What youll be doing

  • Crafting and serving great-tasting coffees, drinks and food that keep our customers coming back
  • Creating a welcoming, friendly and positive experience for every customer
  • Keeping the bar and caf area clean, organised and ready to go
  • Taking and processing payments confidently, including cash and card
  • Working as an enthusiastic team player and communicating brilliantly with colleagues and customers
  • Keeping mugs, plates and equipment clean and fully stocked
  • Building your knowledge of coffee, brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation and presentation
  • Checking brewing equipment is working correctly and reporting any maintenance issues
  • Representing Restaurant Associates with pride and helping us maintain a positive brand image
  • Following all Food Hygiene, Health & Safety and company standards

What were looking for

Were looking for someone who brings energy, personality and a genuine passion for great customer service.

Youll ideally have:

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build great relationships
  • Previous experience in a customer-facing or hospitality role
  • A positive, motivated attitude and a real drive for excellence
  • The confidence to use your initiative and make decisions that put the customer first
  • Hands-on experience using professional brewing equipment
  • The ability to stay calm, organised and efficient when things get busy
  • Excellent timekeeping and a reputation for being reliable and dependable

Why join us?

This isnt just another Barista role. Its an opportunity to develop your skills, grow your career and be part of a team that values what you bring to the table.

If youre passionate about coffee, love creating great customer experiences and want to work somewhere that recognises and rewards great people, wed love to hear from you.

Ready to make every cup count? Apply today!

We ensure you’re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK’s leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!

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Posted: October 25th, 2026