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Browns of Brockley is a neighbourhood coffee shop established in 2009, with two other shops in Forest Hill and Dulwich, both opened in 2020. We are looking for baristas across all three sites. Experience working in hospitality is a must; good coffee experience is preferred, but we will provide training where needed.
You will be responsible for providing great, genuine customer service whilst being able to produce drinks to a consistently high standard, after a period of training. Whilst this is a barista role, we employ all-rounders who are also happy to assist in the daily operations of the café, ensuring compliance with company standards across all areas; this includes customer relations, assistance with deliveries, following H&S procedures and being able to work as a team, efficiently and reliably.
Ideally you will live nearby and be able to arrive promptly for early shifts (and enjoy early finishes!) without relying on public transport. Being situated in local neighbourhoods, we know most of our customers by name, have seen their kids grow up, know to ask how their new job is or how their holiday was. But also if somebody is visiting the area we know what to recommend, how to get to the post office, which train platform they need.
We’d like to give everyone a weekend day off here and there, but with weekends being our busiest time, full availability every day is essential.
Discounts available in affiliated local businesses Salthouse Bottles and Joyce bar.
London Living Wage £14.80 for a 8-12 week probation, up to £15.40ph on successful completion.
We would consider a part-time position for someone with the right coffee experience but we're really looking for people who want to work the full 35 hour week.
If this all sounds good, please get in touch. Make sure your CV has relevant experience, but also provide a cover letter introducing yourself, outlining why you want to work with us, and including answers to the following questions:
- Do you have the Right to Work in the UK? (If no, unfortunately we cannot take you on).
- Do you drink coffee, and can you tell us a bit more about your interest and experience in modern coffee, including espresso dialling-in and latte art if that’s something you’ve done?
- How many hours a week are you looking to work?
- Weekends are our busiest time which is why we ask that applicants are fully available over weekends. Do you have any other commitments that would mean you’re unable to work on certain weekdays and if so, which days? (If you have a regular commitment on a weekend day, unfortunately we cannot take you on).
- Do you have any plans, projects or holidays in the next year longer than a week, or any upcoming changes to your availability?
- Where do you live, and are you easily able to travel to any of our three shops in Brockley, Forest Hill and Lordship Lane?
- If you were to be successful when would you ideally start working with us?
- When would you be able to come for an interview at Browns of Brockley, 5 Coulgate St SE4 2RW, between the hours of 10am–2pm Mon-Fri?
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.80-£15.40 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Application question(s):
- Are you attaching a cover letter covering the questions in the job advert?
Experience:
- Barista: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
