Barista

At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. No matter what you're pursuing, we can help you reach your full potential. Every day presents a new challenge and opportunity to discover something new about yourself.

Stevenage, SG1 2DA

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

£13.45 per hour

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Barista to join our team in Stevenage, SG1 2DA . This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and customer-focused individual to join a busy catering operation, delivering exceptional coffee, beverages, and customer service.

Job Description

As a Barista, you will be responsible for creating a welcoming customer experience while preparing and serving a range of hot and cold drinks to a high standard.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing and serving coffees, teas, and speciality beverages

Delivering excellent customer service at all times

Operating tills and processing payments accurately

Replenishing stock and maintaining attractive product displays

Assisting with food service and light food preparation as required

Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the coffee bar and service areas

Ensuring all equipment is cleaned and maintained correctly

Following food safety, health and safety, and company procedures

Supporting the wider catering team during busy periods

What's in it for You?

£13.45 per hour

40 hours per week

Monday to Friday working pattern

Excellent work-life balance with evenings and weekends generally free

Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts (including supermarket savings and weekend treats)

Company pension contributions

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more

Excellent training and development opportunities

Apprenticeship schemes available

Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within

Be part of a friendly and supportive team

Previous barista, hospitality, retail, or customer service experience is desirable but not essential

Passion for delivering outstanding customer service

Friendly and professional approach

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment

Good attention to detail

Reliable and flexible attitude

Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Must have the legal right to work in the UK

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.