Job role: Barista/General AssistantLocation: Slough, SL1 3WESalary: £ per hourShift Pattern: Monday-Friday, hours,or Monday-Thursday, 32 hoursHouston & Hawkes are looking for an experienced Barista/General Assistant to join our team, providing a first class service based at our prestigious contract in Slough.If you enjoy serving customers and you have a high level of professionalism, you'll have a great opportunity to develop your career.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a great service to customers, ensuring the espresso bar is clean, tidy and well-stocked, and making a wide range of both food and drinks.Barista/General Assistant Duties: Greeting customers and delivering excellent customer serviceMaking recommendations to customers and answering any questionsPreparing food and drinks carefully and to our high standardsEnsuring the display is always well stockedManaging stock levels and identifying ordering requirementsLearning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation and presentation techniquesCheck if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needsComplying with Health & Safety regulationsComplying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards Barista/General Assistant Requirements: You'll have a proven background in high volume cafes or coffee shopsContinues to learn and educate themselves on whole bean knowledge, coffee blends, teas, bakery items, coffee brewing and blended productsPassionate, friendly, diligent and a great team playerReliable and trustworthyAbility to display passion for everything about coffeeExcellent communication and customer service skillsA positive attitude with the ambition to progressGood organisational skills Barista/General Assistant Additional Benefits: Free meals at workContributary pension schemeFree access to the company Employee Assistant ProgrammeCompany events including all company Christmas partyUniform provided28 days holiday including bank holidaysRecognition schemes and people awardsFamily-friendly support, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and adoption leaveDay off on your birthdayReferral bonuses Who We Are:Houston & Hawkes is a young and dynamic independent caterer based in the South East.
We are proud to be an award-winning company, ranked among the top 30 companies to work for in the hospitality industry, and a certified B Corp company.
We believe in creating memorable experiences for our customers through our vibrant, creative, and sustainable food offerings.
We operate coffee bars, staff restaurants, and delis, tailored to our clients' hospitality and event needs.
Committed to social responsibility, passionate about Great British produce and dedicated to our talented teams.Join Houston & Hawkes and be part of a team that values excellence, creativity, and professional growth.