Head Barista - Full Time - London

Compass Group • London, United Kingdom • Posted June 30, 2026

About the Role

Salary: 17.72 per hourShift hours: Full Time

Restaurant Associates is looking for an experienced and passionate Head Barista to lead our coffee operation and inspire a team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences. You'll oversee the daily running of the caf, maintain the highest coffee quality standards, and coach your team to consistently deliver outstanding service.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead, train, and motivate the barista team.
  • Prepare and serve exceptional coffee and specialty beverages.
  • Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and customer service standards.
  • Manage stock ordering, inventory, and waste control.
  • Maintain coffee equipment and coordinate servicing where required.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
  • Support the wider hospitality team to deliver a seamless customer experience.