Senior Barista – Woolwich Waves
GLL is looking for a Senior Barista to join the team at Woolwich Waves, our brand-new flagship leisure in South East London. If you’re passionate about great coffee, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have the leadership skills to inspire others, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us.
This is more than a barista job - it’s a chance to shape the coffee experience at one of the UK’s most anticipated leisure centres.
What you’ll do
As a Senior Barista, you’ll play a key role in the smooth running of our café and coffee, ensuring every drink and interaction meets the highest standards. You’ll take ownership of quality, consistency, and presentation - from bean to cup - while supporting the Café in day-to-day operations.
You’ll:
1. Lead and motivate a small team of baristas and catering assistants during shifts
2. Deliver exceptional customer service and ensure every guest has a positive experience
3. Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and fresh food in line with GLL standards
4. Manage stock levels, place orders, and support regular stocktakes
5. Uphold food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring full compliance at all times
6. Support training and development of new team members
7. Assist with setting up for events and children’s parties when required
8. Handle cash and card transactions accurately
9. Maintain a clean, organised, and welcoming café environment
What you’ll bring
10. Previous experience as a Senior Barista or Barista Trainer / Supervisor
11. A genuine passion for coffee, customer service, and creating a welcoming environment
12. Strong communication and multitasking skills
13. The ability to lead by example and inspire others
14. Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety Certificate (or willingness to achieve this)
15. Flexibility to work a rota including weekends and evenings
What we offer
As a charitable social enterprise and the UK’s largest leisure operator, GLL offers a fantastic range of benefits:
16. Competitive salary
17. A values-driven, community-focused organisation
18. Ongoing learning and development to support career progression
19. Pension scheme and health assurance
20. Discounted gym membership for you and your partner
21. Exclusive discounts on GLL’s holiday villas in Portugal and ski chalets in Bulgaria
22. Access to thousands of retail discounts via GLL Extras
23. 25% off Red Letter Days and Buy a Gift experiences
24. 20% off GLL Spa Experience treatments and products
25. Ride to Work scheme, free eye tests and discounted glasses
26. The opportunity to make a real difference in your community
About GLL
GLL is the UK’s largest leisure and cultural services provider and a staff-owned charitable social enterprise. We manage over 400 facilities across England, Wales and Northern Ireland - from iconic venues to local leisure centres. Our people are the heart of what we do, helping communities live healthier, happier lives.