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.

Cambridge Regional College, Huntingdon Campus, PE29 1BL

30 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Term Time Only - 37 Working Weeks Per Year (Equated Pay)

£12.71 per hour (Equated Pay)

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Barista to join our team at Cambridge Regional College, Huntingdon Campus, PE29 1BL . This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and customer-focused individual to work within a busy education environment, delivering excellent coffee, beverages, and customer service.

Job Description

As a Barista, you will be responsible for preparing and serving a range of hot and cold beverages, supporting food service operations, and providing an exceptional customer experience.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing and serving coffees, teas, and specialty beverages

Providing excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors

Operating tills and processing payments accurately

Replenishing stock and maintaining product displays

Assisting with food service and light food preparation as required

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

Following food safety, health and safety, and company procedures

Supporting the wider catering team during busy periods

Ensuring all equipment is cleaned and maintained in line with company standards

What's in it for You?

£12.71 per hour (equated pay)

30 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Term-time-only role, working 37 weeks per year

Equated pay spread across the year

No evening or weekend working

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, catering, retail, or customer service experience is desirable but not essential

Passion for delivering excellent customer service

Friendly and professional approach

Good communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment

Reliable and flexible attitude

Positive willingness to learn and develop

Enhanced DBS check required

Safeguarding checks required

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.