Barista

Trading Post Coffee Roasters is an artisan coffee roasting and hospitality business that is the soul of the Brighton coffee scene.

Since opening in 2017, Trading Post has expanded to serve freshly roasted coffee, food, and cocktails across Brighton and Sussex.

Exceptional coffee and quality food is at the heart of what we do and who we are, and we always aspire to deliver the best quality, consistency, and hospitality in all our Coffee Houses. We have a passionate and busy team that, despite being under pressure at all times of the day, still manage to have fun on the job and enjoy every working day.

We are looking for a superstar skilled Barista with top attention to detail, efficiency and cleanliness along with a genuine passion for all things coffee. You will have some experience in a high-volume, quality coffee environment, serving quality shots and steaming milk. You will also be comfortable working with our top-of-the-range machines and grinders, and develop a strong understanding of at-home brewing methods to be able to advise your customers.

Our brilliant Baristas demonstrate a 'we're all in this together' attitude, confidence in a customer-focused environment and know what it takes to deliver top-quality coffee and great hospitality at all times.

What You Can Expect Your Responsibilities to Be...

• Dialling in grinders for all blends and single origins to the brand standard
• Open and close down the coffee section independently
• Multi-task and be able to perform a busy service solo
• Maintain the standard speed of service, quality and overall consistency
• Pouring basic latte art and have an understanding of alternative milks
• Maintain cleanliness at all times
• Demonstrate understanding of all Trading Post blends and single origins
• Communicate stock issues and shortages to the Head Barista and Duty Manager
• Be the face of positivity and motivation, bringing your best and most positive self at all times
• Consistently deliver great hospitality with huge personality within the hospitality standards framework
• Live our Company values
• Undertake regular training and always be striving for self-improvement
• Work to support a busy team and take an active part in contributing to team-driven results
• Display a smart and professional appearance, always striving to represent Trading Post Coffee Roasters in a positive way

The Skills We are Looking For...

• Strong team player
• The drive for continuous development and improvement
• Excellent communication skills to enable effective dialogue with team members and guests
• Strong barista skills
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Ability to use initiative to problem solve and work well under pressure
• Dedicated team-player, leading by example with an 'all in this together' attitude and always striving for excellence
• Excellent time-management and prioritisation skills

What Extras We Offer...

• Team Card Membership:
• 50% off all food and beverage at every Trading Post Coffee Roasters Coffee House
• 25% off all food and beverage at every Beachfront Leisure venue
• Retail discount on Brew at Home products
• Discounted meals and free coffee on duty
• Access to Wellness Scheme

If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. Please submit a copy of your CV alongside your application.

Only those eligible to work in the UK or have a valid UK work permit/visa will be considered for this position.

Trading Post Coffee Roasters is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates and employees.