Overview
We\u2019re excited to launch The College Kitchen at Sandwell College - a brand new café service proudly serving Starbucks drinks to students, staff and visitors. As a Barista, you\u2019ll be at the heart of this exciting venture, helping to create a vibrant and welcoming hub on campus. You\u2019ll be preparing top-quality coffee and drinks, serving customers with a smile and keeping everything running smoothly day to day. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same, from perfecting a latte to keeping the counter well-stocked and ready for the busy college rush. This is a fixed-term, hourly paid role during term time only, running until the Easter half term.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold drinks to a consistently high standard.
* Offer a warm and friendly service to all customers.
* Take orders, handle payments and operate the till accurately.
* Keep the café clean, tidy and well-presented at all times.
* Follow all food safety and hygiene regulations.
* Assist with deliveries, stock rotation and restocking supplies.
* Support your colleagues during busy periods to ensure smooth service.
* Provide ad-hoc catering support for events and functions when required.
* Promote specials, seasonal drinks and loyalty schemes.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
To succeed in this role, you should hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above and have a good understanding of current food hygiene and health and safety requirements. Experience in catering or hospitality, combined with strong communication and interpersonal skills, will help you thrive in a fast-paced environment. While a catering qualification and experience working in an educational setting would be an advantage, they are not essential.
Benefits
* Top-Tier Salaries - We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around.
* Unbeatable Time Off - Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and extra time off at Christmas.
* Fast-Track Your Career - Dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes.
* Cycle to Work Scheme - A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute.
* Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services - Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more.
* Fitness Perks - Access college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms.
* Generous Pension Contributions - Employer contributions of 23.68% for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles.
* Retail & Travel Discounts - Exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, and cross-country travel; UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount.
* Free Will Writing - Professional support for future planning.
* Free Flu Vaccine - Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you.
* Wellbeing Support - Confidential counselling services and wellness platforms.
* We Celebrate You! - Recognition through awards, events, and celebration days throughout the year.
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