Job Title: Senior Barista
Job Type: 25 hours/week
Pay: £13 p/h
If you’re a people person, enjoy working in customer service, and can make a delicious Flat White then keep reading!
Otto launched in Kelvedon in January 2024 as a community cafe offering speciality coffee, a range of breakfast and lunch options, plus lots of tasty treats such as cakes made in-house and gelato. We’re about to launch a new menu incorporating some of the products made by our micro-bakery giving our customers more selection and increasing the number of products we make from scratch!
At Otto, we’re dedicated to using high-quality, where possible local, ingredients and try to find a balance between respecting tradition and introducing new culinary concepts. Check out our Instagram account @ottokelvedon for some pics of our cafe and food!
We’re open Monday to Friday from 7:30 to 16:00 and weekends from 9:00 - 15:00, this is a part-time position for an average of 25 hours per week. There will also be an opportunity to work as a Waitress/Barista in the evenings from Wednesday to Sunday when we open as a pizzeria.
As a Senior Barista at Otto you will:
- Prepare and serve coffee beverages according to established recipes and standards.
- Provide friendly and attentive customer service, greeting guests warmly, taking orders accurately, and addressing any questions or concerns.
- Operate coffee equipment ensuring proper calibration and maintenance for optimal performance.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the coffee preparation area, back bar and prep kitchen.
- Uphold food safety and hygiene standards
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operation during peak hours
- Continuously strive to enhance product knowledge and coffee-making skills through training sessions and self-directed learning.
- Open and close the cafe as per the checklists and training provided
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years experience working as a barista serving speciality coffee
- Sense of urgency and ability to work under pressure
- Strong passion for coffee and a desire to learn about different coffee varieties, brewing methods, and flavour profiles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on business needs.
- Reliable, honest and a team player
Benefits
- £13 per hour plus tips share
- Free food on shift
- Holiday pay
- Comprehensive training program
- Staff discount