Location: Banbridge, Northern Ireland
Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Available
Hours: +35 hours a week (3 day shifts + 2 evenings)
Hourly Rate: from £12.21 /hour+ roughly £200/month in tips
Blend & Batch is a vibrant, busy, and passionately run coffee shop and restaurant in the heart of Banbridge. We pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional experience to our local community, combining premium locally crafted baked goods and food with top-tier coffee and tea. Our team is energetic, fast-paced, and dedicated to maintaining a warm, welcoming environment where customers love to sit down, relax, and connect.
If you are a people person who loves a dynamic environment and is passionate about great food and hospitality, we want to hear from you!
Key ResponsibilitiesHospitality & Service
- Warm Welcomes: Greet every customer with a genuine smile, managing the seating and floor flow efficiently, especially during high-volume peak periods.
- Order Taking: Confidently guide customers through our food, pastry, and beverage menus, accurately entering orders and processing transactions through our till system.
- Table Service: Deliver hot food, fresh pastries, and drinks to tables promptly and professionally, checking in on guests to ensure an excellent experience.
- Floor Management: Maintain a spotless floor environment by clearing, cleaning, and resetting tables swiftly to minimize guest wait times.
Barista Excellence (preferable but not necessary), training is available.
- Crafting Beverages: Prepare and serve consistent, high-quality espresso-based drinks, specialty teas, and cold beverages to our exact standards.
- Dialing In: Maintain an understanding of grind, extraction, and milk-texturing techniques to deliver perfect latte art and flavor profiles under pressure.
- Station Upkeep: Keep the coffee bar clean, organised, and fully stocked throughout the shift, following strict food safety and hygiene protocols.
Team & Operations
- Communication: Work seamlessly with the kitchen and floor staff to ensure orders are processed correctly and delays are minimised.
- Stock Management: Ensure display baskets and counter areas are beautifully presented and well-stocked with our bakes and treats.
- Opening/Closing Duties: Complete daily checklist procedures, including deep-cleaning equipment, restocking, and ensuring the shop is perfectly prepped for the next day.
What We Are Looking For
- Experience: Previous experience as a barista (not necessary) or front-of-house team member in a busy, fast-paced café or restaurant environment is highly preferred.
- The Right Attitude: A positive, energetic "can-do" personality with a natural flair for customer service.
- Calm Under Pressure: Ability to multitask and maintain a high standard of service and speed during our busiest weekend rushes.
- Attention to Detail: Pride in cleanliness, drink presentation, and accurate order entry.
- Flexibility: Availability to work a flexible schedule, including essential weekend shifts (Saturdays and Sundays). However we do rotate weekend fairly so you will be guaranteed some weekends off per month.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
- A supportive, friendly, and energetic team culture.
- Opportunities for training and skill development in coffee and hospitality.
- Generous staff perks, discounts, and delicious shift meals.
Pay: From £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
