Head Barista - Hiring now! . . Caravan Southbank, London . . Overall earnings up to £16.50 per hour . . Full time . . This November, we're opening our tenth, and biggest, Caravan at the Southbank. And we're looking for an exceptional Head Barista to help us open. We're after someone kind, confident, high-energy and genuinely passionate specialty coffee. Someone who knows how to grow & support their team, loves to welcome & awe guests from the first impression, and who wants to share your passion with their team & guests.. . You'll be joining Caravan as we open a special new restaurant, with two floors, multiple bars and plenty of opportunity to make your mark from day one.. .
The role
As Head Barista you'll work alongside the bar manager and full team to make sure the day-to-day coffee operation runs brilliantly. That means setting & managing high standards for health & safety, hospitality, culture and beverage quality. That means being an ambassador for our award-winning Caravan coffee, inspiring & educating the team around you and making sure every one of your guests has the best experience possible.. .
What you'll be doing as Head Barista
- Ensure our beverage, and certainly coffee standards are consistently delivered. .
- Sharing your knowledge and passion with the full team and helping create the kind of hospitality people want to come back for. .
- Following healthy & safety standards, allergen & stock management procedures and drink specs. .
- Working closely with the wider restaurant team to give every guest the best experience possible. .
Why Caravan?
Since 2010, we've been serving well-travelled food, specialty coffee and drinks inspired by flavours and ideas from around the world.. . We're a business built around curious people. People who care about what they do, look out for each other and aren't afraid to try something new. With more openings ahead and a big focus on developing our own people, there's plenty of room to grow with us too.. .
Plus, when you work at Caravan you enjoy:
- Free meals & drinks when on shift. .
- 50% dining discount with up to 4 mates. .
- 20% coffee retail discount. .
- Extensive wellbeing support. .
- Financial health education & support. .
- Leadership training and development. .
- A dining voucher when you start, on your birthday and your work anniversary, to spend in any of our restaurants. .
- Real career progression - 80% of our management roles are filled internally. .
Our values
We live by four core values, and our Head Barista and every team member would live, promote and role model them.
- All welcome - We make space for everyone at our table. .
- No boundaries - Grow, develop and thrive, just a little bit each day. .
- Caravan of Love - Bring the energy, and be part of the change you want to see in the world. .
- Well-travelled - Be curious; learn, taste, experiment and share that knowledge with those you meet along the way. .
Sustainability
We're all in on both environmental and social sustainability practices. Every team member plays their part in maintaining B-Corp certification targets.. .
Diversity & Inclusion
Everyone's welcome at Caravan. We respect individual differences in identity, culture and experience, with our team, and with every guest.
Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time
Salary: up to $16.5 hourly
About Caravan Southbank:
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Head Barista - Southbank in London employer: Caravan Southbank
Caravan is an exceptional employer, especially for a Senior Sous Chef looking to make a significant impact in a vibrant new restaurant at Southbank, London. With a strong focus on employee growth, extensive wellbeing support, and a culture that values curiosity and inclusivity, you will thrive in an environment that encourages personal and professional development. Enjoy competitive earnings, generous dining discounts, and the opportunity to lead a passionate team dedicated to delivering outstanding culinary experiences.
