Job Description

ABOUT BOSWORTH INDEPENDENT SCHOOL

Bosworth Independent School is a relatively small school of approximately 300 students. This enables us to offer a supportive family atmosphere, where students and staff can enjoy their work and thrive as valued people and professionals. Our ethos is one that believes in the importance of the individual and celebrates success regardless of the level. Students come from a wide variety of countries and are motivated and aspirational, mostly aiming for Russell Group and Oxbridge

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JOB OVERVIEW

Bosworth Independent School is seeking a friendly, motivated, and servicefocused Barista to join our Catering and Hospitality team. This hands-on role


involves preparing and serving high-quality barista-style coffee and light refreshments from our new trendy Bosworth Barista trailer.





As a key member of the team, the Barista will help deliver an exceptional service experience to students, staff, visitors, and members of the public. The ideal


candidate will be adaptable, customer-focused, and willing to work flexibly across multiple service areas as required.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages, including coffee, espresso, teas, and specialty drinks

Operate espresso machines, grinders, brewers, and other cafe equipment

Greet customers with warmth, take orders accurately, and handle transactions using the POS system

Maintain cleanliness and organization of the barista station, dining area, and equipment

Restock ingredients, cups, lids, and other cafe supplies as needed

Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines

Assist in opening or closing duties depending on shift

Provide suggestions and upsell products (e.g., pastries, snacks, or seasonal drinks)

Handle customer concerns professionally and escalate issues when needed

Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth daily operations

Flair for marketing a funky new catering trailer to promote the school in the community.


Main Cafe & Dining Hall Support

Assist when required with food service across breakfast, lunch, and supper periods, including plating, portion control, and allergen labelling.

Support operations in the main cafepreparing food, maintaining stock levels, and ensuring clean and professional service areas.

Events, Functions & External Catering

Participate in catering for a wide range of school events and private functions, including: Open days, cultural celebrations, parents' evenings

Be available for weekend and evening work based on the school's events calendar.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Education & Training:

Good level of spoken and written English

Experience:

Previous experience in a barista or cafe service role

experience in an educational/facilities environment

Ability to work using own initiative

Ability to work within timeframes

Strong awareness of hygiene and cleanliness.

Personal Attributes

Friendly, reliable, and punctual.

Flexible and adaptable to business needs and shift patterns.

Strong awareness of hygiene and cleanliness.

Professional presentation and a warm, welcoming manner.

Desirable Attributes

Relevant qualification in catering, hospitality, or food service management


(e.g., NVQ Level 2)

First Aid and Health & Safety training.

Experience in the Hospitality industry.

BENEFITS

Cycle to work Scheme

Tech Scheme


Car Scheme

Free flu vaccine through Healthshield


Free eye tests


Financial wellbeing support via WageStream

Employee Assistance Programme

Group income protection


GP24: GP Access for all


Health Cash Plan

Death in Service

Long service awards

Employee referral scheme


Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

ABOUT CATS GLOBAL SCHOOLS (CGS)

CATS Global Schools is a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers.


With a history dating back to 1899, but a focus on the future, our group brings together 16 institutions comprising independent boarding schools, an Arts University College, English language schools and a variety of summer programmes in the UK, US, Canada, and China.





Each year, we provide 18,000 students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. We are dedicated to academic excellence and our students benefit from our well-developed links to over 40 top global universities.



We create a positive learning environment where every student is empowered to make a contribution to shape their world. This is made possible because of the commitment of our pioneering, persevering people who do the very best for our students.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY

We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. Building on our core values Pioneering, Persevering, People We pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools and employer of choice for all.

SAFEGUARDING

CGS is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. As such, appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks which may include social media.