Job Description

Job Title & Name

Barista/Team Member

Department & Location

bagels + schmear, Battlers Green Farm, Radlett

Reports to

Managing Director

Hours

Saturday, 8am - 5pm, Sunday, 9am - 4pm

Salary

Up to 12.21 per hour, paid monthly in arrears.

About the Role:

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic, friendly and experienced Barista to join our team at bagels + schmear, a busy and growing bagel bakery. This role is hands-on and primarily involves providing well-crafted, beautifully presented coffee and other beverages.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

(including but not limited to):

As the first point of contact, you will create an inviting + friendly environment for our customers whilst ensuring processes are followed to maximise efficiency. Consistently providing well-crafted, beautifully presented, coffee + other beverages. Ensuring every customer is delighted with their order + their bagels + schmear experience. Prepare + present bagels + schmear's products, following our recipes + specifications. Maintaining a clean and sanitised working environment + regularly performing stock checks in the coffee bar + placing new orders. Adhere to + upholds all food safety + quality regulations.
Assist in the preparation of sandwich orders.

o Our customers can choose from our curated menu or build their own bagel from scratch, so attention to detail is essential. You'll be responsible for ensuring every bagel not only tastes amazing but looks visually impressive, each one should be a reflection of the care and craft we put into our food. With high levels of personalisation, accuracy and consistency are key, and your role will be vital in delivering an exceptional customer experience every time.

Assist the team, during busy periods, taking orders and creating a positive environment for our customers, by maintaining customer service to the highest standard and encouraging them to explore the menu and try new things.

About You:

You have a minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role

Strong attention to detail and pride in consistent, high-quality work

Willingness to learn and take direction

Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset

Reliable, dependable and punctual with exceptional organisational skills

Have the ability to follow all instructions given

Have knowledge of basic food hygiene skills - training will be provided

About Us:

bagels + schmear is a lockdown success story! Starting in 2020, with our founder Francesca baking New York-style bagels from her mother's kitchen after having the realisation that no one was doing bagels in the UK the 'proper New York way'. New York-style bagels are different to the bagels you find in the delis in and around London - they are crisp on the outside, pillowy and fluffy on the inside. Starting merely as a side hustle alongside her full-time job, she took bagels + schmear full time, opened up a bakery in Radlett, Hertfordshire + now supplies some of the most prestigious hotels, cafes, restaurants and shops in London.

What You'll Get:

28 days' holiday pay, pro rata

Birthdays off

Full training provided

Pension scheme

Staff meal provided

Free coffees all day

Fun, open and inclusive work environment

Opportunity to grow with an independent bakery who is entering a very exciting growth phase.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 14 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Radlett WD7 8PH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

barista: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person