Barista

Company Description

Join Searcys at a spectacular new venue opening in the heart of Knightsbridge this year. Set within one of London’s most prestigious and vibrant destinations, we are looking for an outstanding Barista to join our opening team.

An exceptional opportunity to be part of one of London’s most anticipated luxury openings. Jaguar is an iconic brand with an illustrious heritage that is now undergoing a dramatic transformation. Jaguar is being repositioned as a modern luxury brand, creating a new end-to-end client journey underpinned by an all-electric portfolio. 

This new Knightsbridge location will play a defining role in that vision — establishing a presence and creating a destination that builds brand presence, deepens client engagement, and drives cultural relevance from the moment it opens. 

As a Barista you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

• 50% discount across Searcys venues
• Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
• Up to 35 days annual leave (dependent on job role)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
• Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Monthly Chef wellbeing and supplier trips
• Chef whites and shoes provided
• Opportunity to enrol into the WSH Group Chef Academy 
• Meals are provided on shift when working within one of our venues
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style
• A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice

Job Description

As a Barista at Searcys, you will play an integral role in delivering exceptional guest experiences through outstanding service and expertly hand-crafted coffee. Taking ownership of the coffee bar, you will maintain the highest standards of quality, presentation, and hospitality while supporting the wider team and driving sales through excellent product knowledge and guest engagement.

Contract: Full Time & Part Time

Salary: £17.50 inclusive of Tronc

Opening times: 10:00 - 20:00

Open 7 days a week

Start date : 16th September 

Key Responsibilities:

• To help set up the coffee bar, ready for each service
• Manage the overall beverage offer including cocktails, coffees, beers, garnishes and non-alcoholic beverages.
• To help with any clearing and general cleaning duties
• To check and put away any food and beverage after service
• To ensure wastage forms are completed
• To restock the fridge for the next day
• To ensure all labels and prices are correct
• To work on tills and following the Searcys cash handling procedures

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Hands on and proactive approach
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Passion for food and beverage
• Excellent time management
• Strong organisational skills

Additional Information

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk