Cafe jobs in Turnpike Lane Station

Experienced Barista (Speciality Coffee) – Part-Time

Location:

Tottenham Hale

Job Type:

Part-Time

Hours

29 - 38hrs per week

Salary

£14ph

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Barista to join our busy speciality coffee café. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in delivering exceptional coffee, outstanding customer service, and maintaining high standards in a fast-paced café environment.

The successful candidate will have previous experience working in a speciality coffee setting and be confident in all aspects of coffee preparation, food service, and day-to-day café operations.

This role would suit someone who is proactive, organised, and genuinely passionate about speciality coffee.

Key Responsibilities

Coffee Preparation & Service

• Prepare and serve high-quality espresso-based drinks to a consistent standard.
• Dial in coffee throughout the day to maintain quality and consistency.
• Create latte art to a professional standard.
• Follow coffee recipes and extraction guidelines accurately.
• Prepare a variety of beverages including:
• Espresso-based coffees
• Matcha lattes
• Smoothies
• Fresh juices
• Seasonal drinks and café specials
• Maintain excellent presentation standards for all beverages served.

Food Preparation

• Prepare sandwiches, wraps, and light food items.
• Slice and portion cakes and baked goods.
• Ensure food is prepared and displayed to company standards.
• Monitor food quality and freshness throughout the day.

Customer Service

• Deliver a friendly and welcoming customer experience.
• Take customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Provide product recommendations and answer customer queries.
• Handle customer feedback professionally.

Stock & Café Operations

• Monitor stock levels and assist with stock ordering.
• Receive and organise deliveries.
• Maintain clean, organised, and fully stocked workstations.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the café.

Hygiene & Compliance

• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of coffee equipment and preparation areas.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and food handling regulations.
• Carry out daily cleaning tasks and equipment maintenance.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Barista within a speciality coffee café.
• Strong knowledge of coffee extraction and dialling in.
• Ability to create latte art confidently and consistently.
• Good understanding of coffee recipes and brewing standards.
• Experience preparing matcha drinks, smoothies, and juices.
• Food preparation experience, including sandwich preparation and cake service.
• Excellent hygiene and food safety standards.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently and use your own initiative.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be:

• Passionate about speciality coffee.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Proactive in identifying improvements within the café.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong team player who can also work independently.
• Committed to maintaining high standards at all times.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a growing speciality coffee environment.
• Supportive and friendly team.
• Opportunity for additional hours and future progression.
• A chance to develop your coffee and hospitality skills further.

Important

Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the essential experience requirements listed above. Please ensure your relevant speciality coffee experience is clearly detailed within your application.

Job Type: Part-Time

Work Location: In Person

Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of speciality coffee barista experience.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From £14.00 per hour

Experience:

• Barista: 2 years (required)
• Can dial in grinder and do latte art: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person