Job Description

Description

We're excited to launch The College Kitchen at Sandwell College - a brand new cafe service proudly serving Starbucks drinks to students, staff and visitors. As a Barista, you'll be at the heart of this exciting venture, helping to create a vibrant and welcoming hub on campus. You'll be preparing top-quality coffee and drinks, serving customers with a smile and keeping everything running smoothly day to day. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same from perfecting a latte to keeping the counter well-stocked and ready for the busy college rush. This is a fixed-term, hourly paid role during the term time only, running until the Easter half term.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold drinks to a consistently high standard. Offer a warm and friendly service to all customers. Take orders, handle payments and operate the till accurately. Keep the cafe clean, tidy and well-presented at all times. Follow all food safety and hygiene regulations. Assist with deliveries, stock rotation and restocking supplies. Support your colleagues during busy periods to ensure smooth service. Provide ad-hoc catering support for events and functions when required. Promote specials, seasonal drinks and loyalty schemes.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

To succeed in this role, you should hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above and have a good understanding of current food hygiene and health and safety requirements. Experience in catering or hospitality, combined with strong communication and interpersonal skills, will help you thrive in a fast-paced environment. While a catering qualification and experience working educational setting would be an advantage, they are not essential.

Benefits

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Top-Tier Salaries

- We offer

sector-leading pay

with some of the most competitive salaries around

Unbeatable Time Off

- Enjoy

35-50 days of annual leave

, plus

8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas

- because work-life balance is essential

Fast-Track Your Career

- Take advantage of

dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes

designed to help you grow and succeed

Cycle to Work Scheme

- A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute



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Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services

- Save on

Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more

Fitness Perks

- Enjoy our

college gym facilities

or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best

Generous Pension Contributions

- We invest in your future with

23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles

and

21.5% for non-teaching roles

Retail & Travel Discounts

- Unlock

exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount

Free Will Writing

- We've got your back with professional support for your future planning

Free Flu Vaccine

- Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you

Wellbeing Support

- Access

confidential counselling services and wellness platforms

to support your mental and emotional health

We Celebrate You!

- We recognise and appreciate your hard work with

awards, recognition events, and celebration days

throughout the year.

About Sandwell College

Sandwell Family of Colleges is a group of educational institutions located in the West Midlands region of England, offering a diverse range of courses and programs to cater to various interests and career aspirations. The family comprises of Sandwell College, Cadbury Sixth Form College, Central St Michael, Professional Academy, Central St Michaels Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Centre. With state-of-the-art facilities, experienced teaching staff, and a commitment to student success, the Sandwell Family of Colleges provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment, enabling individuals to pursue their educational and career goals effectively.

Sandwell Family of Colleges is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We have robust policies and procedures in place to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for all our students and staff. At Sandwell Family of Colleges, we believe that creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment is essential for enabling our students to thrive academically and personally. We are unwavering in our commitment to safeguarding and will continue to uphold the highest standards to protect the most vulnerable members of our community.



Please note that as part of our onboarding process, you will be required to either undergo an Enhanced DBS check or provide your existing Enhanced DBS certificate if you are registered with the Update Service.



We expect all applicants to be fully transparent about any information that may be disclosed as part of this check so that we can discuss it at the earliest opportunity. For more information on what may show on your Enhanced DBS check please visit: https://vetting.com/blog/what-shows-and-doesnt-on-a-dbs-check/