Job Description

Job Introduction
36 hours per week Monday to Friday Monday 08:00 till 15:30 Tuesday - Friday 08:00 till 15:45 12.60 per hour

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Job Introduction


Bring your passion for great coffee and outstanding customer service to Sodexo as a Barista, where you'll help create a welcoming and energising experience for everyone we serve. In addition to crafting quality beverages and delivering friendly, attentive service, you'll also provide valuable operational support in the preparation, cooking, and serving of food to ensure our cafe runs smoothly. If you love working with people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in making someone's day a little brighter--one cup and one plate at a time--this could be the perfect opportunity for you.


What you'll do:

Prepare, cook, serve, and present food and beverages to brand and company standards while maintaining high levels of hygiene and safety. Produce and serve all hot and cold drinks to brand recipes, ensuring coffee quality, equipment care, and consistent delivery of exceptional customer service. Support daily cafe operations including stock replenishment, cash handling, till operation, opening/closing procedures, and accepting deliveries. Maintain clean, safe, and compliant working and customer areas by completing daily cleaning schedules, safety checks, audits, and reporting any equipment defects. Work collaboratively across the team by communicating effectively, supporting colleagues, attending training, and providing operational cover for Barista and FSA duties as needed.

What you'll bring:

Fully trained to Barista standard with a strong understanding of brand expectations and quality requirements. Confident in basic literacy and numeracy skills. Excellent communication skills, enabling effective interaction with customers, clients, and colleagues. Able to work well both independently and as part of a team, using initiative when required. Flexible and adaptable approach to duties and changing operational needs.

What we offer:


Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and well-being support. An Employee Assistance Program to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice and support with work-related issues or personal issues such as bereavement. Access to a 24-hour virtual GP Service The Sodexo Discounts Scheme offers great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family). Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan. Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their careers at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools. Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today and start your journey with Sodexo!