Barista and Roastery Production Assistant - 9 Prince's Street, Brighton and Hove in Southwick

Barista and Roastery Production Assistant - 9 Prince's Street, Brighton and Hove in Southwick

Southwick Full-Time On-site
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As a Roastery Production and Barista, you will play a vital role in supporting daily operations in our roastery and assisting with the fulfilment and delivery of wholesale orders. This is a hands‑on role that requires attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and a passion for specialty coffee., Customer Service Excellence

  • Deliver a warm, welcoming, and engaging customer experience
  • Provide fast, friendly, and knowledgeable service at all times
  • Engage with customers to promote products and enhance their visit

Coffee & Beverage Preparation

  • Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages, including expertly crafted coffee-based drinks.
  • Operate espresso machines and other coffee-making equipment with precision.
  • Assist customers with menu choices and offer recommendations on our counter food offering.

Service & Operations Support

  • Keep front‑of‑house and service areas clean, tidy, and well presented
  • Follow daily opening and closing procedures as required
  • Assist with stock rotation and replenishment of front‑of‑house items
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation in all front‑of‑house areas, including counters, tables, and equipment.
  • Process transactions efficiently using the point‑of‑sale (POS) system.
  • Work collaboratively with team members to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
  • Adhere to all food safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Carry out weekly maintenance checks/processes on all roastery equipment
  • Represent The Milk Shed's values with professionalism and enthusiasm

Roastery Production:

  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the roastery space
  • Label and batch coffee for retail and orders - for both internal and wholesale fulfilment
  • Green stock organisation

Wholesale Support:

  • Assist with order preparation, packing, and logistics
  • Provide ongoing support and training to external wholesale clients
  • Maintain an excellent rapport with key wholesale accounts
  • Coordinate and fulfil deliveries to wholesale clientsCommunicate with the team to ensure timely order dispatch
  • Maintain accurate records of outgoing wholesale orders

Essential:

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes
  • Physically fit and comfortable with manual tasks and lifting
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills
  • Reliable, punctual, and a good team player
  • Comfortable working in a fast‑paced production environment

Preferred:

  • Previous experience in a coffee roastery, café, or warehouse
  • Interest in or knowledge of specialty coffee

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Barista and Roastery Production Assistant - 9 Prince's Street, Brighton and Hove in Southwick employer: The Flour Pot Bakery

The Flour Pot Bakery is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant Fiveways area of Brighton and Hove, offering a dynamic work environment where passion for artisan coffee and customer service thrives. With a focus on employee growth, we provide comprehensive training and opportunities to develop your skills in a supportive team atmosphere. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a popular local spot that fosters community connections and a warm, welcoming culture.

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Contact Details:

The Flour Pot Bakery Recruitment Team