Job Description

Speciality Barista - Full-Time (up to 40 hours per week)

Hourly rate:

12.21-13.50 (based on experience)

Location:

Lost Barn Coffee

Availability:

Weekend availability required (at least 2 weekends per month)

Experience:

Previous barista experience is essential

About Us

At

The Lost Barn

, we do things differently. We're a cafe, roastery, and farm shop all under one roof--bringing together small-batch roasted coffee with a community-focused, quality-driven hospitality experience. This role sits primarily within our cafe but offers a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with our roastery team and get involved in the full journey of coffee, from bean to cup.

The Role

We're looking for a skilled and passionate Speciality Barista to lead on quality and customer experience in our roastery cafe. You'll be central to delivering consistently excellent coffee, guiding and informing fellow colleagues as well as customers on our coffee offering, and ensuring every customer leaves with a memorable experience and a deeper appreciation of speciality coffee.

You will:

Take ownership of coffee quality--dialling in with precision and maintaining high standards across all brew methods Deliver outstanding customer service through genuine, informed, and engaging interactions Lead by example--coaching and mentoring barista and fellow team members where necessary, sharing your knowledge, and encouraging pride in both product and craft Work closely with the Roastery Team and General Manager to maintain consistency and efficiency in both service and coffee quality Maintain a clean, organised, and well-stocked bar area, adhering to all hygiene and safety protocols Contribute to creative projects like seasonal drinks menus and training materials

Key Responsibilities

Coffee Excellence

Refine and maintain recipes for our espresso and V60 offerings (we use a TONE brewer) Develop seasonal drinks and train the team on preparation and presentation Troubleshoot and maintain equipment, ensuring everything runs smoothly Collaborate with the Head of Coffee to ensure every cup meets our standards

Customer Engagement

Create warm, personal, and educational customer experiences Participate in tastings, cuppings, and training events Support the onboarding and training of new team members if necessary Be a role model for outstanding service and product knowledge

Operational Support

Oversee the bar's workflow for maximum efficiency during busy periods Communicate stock levels, placing and receiving orders if required Keep accurate records for recipes, allergens, and costings ensuring there are sufficient profit margins for each drink offering Uphold high hygiene standards and perform deep cleans as needed

About You

What You Bring

Proven experience in a speciality coffee role A genuine passion for coffee, and the knowledge to back it up Detail-oriented and quality-driven, ensuring every coffee meets the highest standards Confident working with and maintaining professional coffee equipment A natural leader who uplifts and inspires those around them Excellent communicator--comfortable educating customers and colleagues alike Organised, efficient, and proactive able to calmly deal with extremely busy service

Your Mindset

Quality-focused with sharp attention to detail Customer-first approach with a warm and welcoming presence Collaborative and always ready to share your knowledge Motivated to stay ahead of industry trends and keep learning

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a barista role. It's an opportunity to make a lasting impact--on your team, your customers, and our coffee offering. You'll be part of a growing and supportive team, immersed in every stage of the coffee journey.

If you're a speciality coffee professional ready to step into a role in a passionate, quality-focused environment--

we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 12.21-13.50 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person