Job Description

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 cardiff@tramshedtech.co.uk

Job Overiew

We're looking for a Lead Barista to run our Grangetown cafe - 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 cafe'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 cafe 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 cafe, 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 cafe 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 cafe 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