We’re Hiring: Hospitality Barista
Location: Central London
Pay Rate: £15.80 per hour
Working Hours: 32 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday (no weekends!)
Contract Type: Permanent
Houston & Hawkes are looking for a skilled and passionate Hospitality Assistant & Trained Barista to join our team at one of our London locations. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with us serving premium coffee in a hospitality environment with energy, warmth, and precision.
We don’t just serve coffee — we create memorable experiences. If you take pride in every cup and enjoy connecting with people, you’ll feel right at home here.
About the Role
As a Hospitality Barista, you’ll be the face of our hospitality environment serving wonderful coffee, greeting guests, crafting beautiful drinks, and ensuring area is clean, stocked, and inviting at all times. Quality and service always come first.
Key Responsibilities
- Delivering outstanding service with every customer interaction
- Preparing a full range of hot and cold drinks to Houston & Hawkes standards
- Making product recommendations and answering customer questions
- Keeping the hospitality areas clean, stocked, and organisedSupporting with light food service as needed
- Managing stock levels and flagging orders
- Complying with all food hygiene, health & safety regulations
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in hospitality environment and within coffee services
- A genuine passion for coffee and a great customer experience
- Friendly, reliable and professional at all times
- Strong communication and people skills
- Team player with a positive attitude and a can-do approach
- Organised and confident working under pressure
Benefits
- £15.80 per hour, paid weekly or monthly
- Monday to Thursday working – no weekends!
- Free meals while on duty
- 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Birthday off every year – paid
- Uniform provided
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance (2x salary)
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- CODE membership – hospitality perks and discounts
- Family-friendly support
- Company events including an all-company Christmas party
- Recognition schemes and employee awards
- Ongoing training and career development
Who We Are
Houston & Hawkes is a vibrant and growing independent caterer based in the South East. We’re proud to be an award-winning, certified B Corp, and one of the Top 30 hospitality companies to work for in the UK.
We create memorable experiences through fresh, seasonal food, exceptional service, and a commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. From coffee bars and delis to fine dining and bespoke hospitality, we tailor every offer to our clients — and build teams who care deeply about what they do.
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Hospitality Assistant employer: Houston & Hawkes
Houston & Hawkes is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Central London where creativity and passion for food thrive. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and a supportive team environment that values exceptional customer service and innovation. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that takes pride in delivering premium experiences while enjoying the unique advantages of working in one of the world's most exciting cities.
