We're looking for an experienced Barista to lead the floor at our Redchurch Street site - a specialty coffee and matcha destination built around craft, quality, and a fast-paced grab-and-go energy. This is a hands-on role for someone who knows their way around a portafilter and a matcha whisk equally well, and who can run a shift with confidence when the owner isn't on site.
What you'll do
- Lead daily floor operations - opening/closing, shift coordination, and maintaining our quality and service standards.
- Train and support the wider team on coffee and matcha preparation, ensuring consistency across every drink.
- Own day-to-day food safety and hygiene standards in line with our FSMS.
- Step in for stock checks and basic ordering support alongside our supervisor team.
- Be the senior presence on shift - handling customer issues, team questions, and day-to-day problem solving.
- Help maintain the energy and standards that make Shoreditch our flagship site.
What we're looking for
- Solid barista experience, ideally with specialty coffee background.
- Matcha knowledge a strong plus (training provided if not).
- Previous supervisory or shift-lead experience.
- Comfortable running a site independently - calm under pressure, decisive, hands-on.
- Genuine interest in coffee/matcha craft, not just service.
- Reliable, takes ownership, communicates clearly with the team and owners.
What you'll get
- Competitive pay.
- A genuinely craft-led environment - we care about quality, not just throughput.
- Room to bring your own ideas to the menu and service.
- Growth opportunities.
- Based in Shoreditch (E2 7DJ). Full-time.
Additional Details
Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Part-time
Schedule: 3-5 days a week, flexible.
Salary: £13.85 – £15 hourly
Benefits: Staff drinks & lunch, local discount, events
Starting time: Immediate start!
About Artful Blend
Artful Blend is a modern, creative specialty café located in the heart of East London (Redbridge and Shoreditch) offering everything from specialty coffee, matcha and creative food.
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Barista in London employer: Artful Blend
Artful Blend is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant craft-led environment in the heart of Shoreditch. With competitive pay and a strong focus on employee growth, we empower our team to excel in their barista skills while fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering high-quality coffee experiences.
