Head Barista
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1300019/157456
- Location: London
- Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
- Salary: £15.80 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 28 May 2026
About the role
Head Barista
Shell Centre, Waterloo, London SE1 7NA
- £15.80 per hour
- 40 hours per week
- Monday–Friday (various shifts to be discussed at interview)
- Use of free gym and free meals onsite
About the role
We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Head Barista to lead our coffee operations at the Shell Centre in Waterloo. You’ll be responsible for delivering consistently high-quality coffee and customer experiences, managing stock and menus, and leading a team of Baristas and Food Service Assistants.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced barista with leadership skills to take the next step in their career — and enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule with no weekends.
What you’ll do
- Lead the day-to-day running of two busy coffee shops, ensuring service and quality meet brand standards.
- Make and serve excellent coffee, while training and supporting your team to do the same.
- Manage stock, ordering, menu planning, and compliance paperwork.
- Support the Catering Manager with events, marketing initiatives, and operational improvements.
- Motivate your team and create a positive, customer-focused environment.
- Ensure health, safety, and food hygiene standards are always met.
What we’re looking for
- Proven barista experience in a high-volume coffee establishment ie Costa or a catering, or hospitality environment.
- Strong leadership skills with experience supervising or mentoring a team.
- Knowledge of current coffee and catering trends.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Comfortable with stock control, ordering, and basic administration.
- Awareness of food hygiene and health & safety compliance.
What we offer
- Monday to Friday working pattern – no weekends.
- Uniform and staff meal provided.
- Training and career development opportunities.
- Sodexo benefits, including:
- Wellbeing support & 24/7 virtual GP
- Retail discounts scheme
- Pension plan & Bike to Work scheme
- Enhanced leave and family-friendly policies
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, we create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As a global leader in services that improve quality of life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million people daily. You’ll belong to a diverse and inclusive team, with opportunities to grow and thrive.
Ready to bring your passion for coffee and people to the next level?
Apply now to join us as Head Barista at the Shell Centre.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
London, United Kingdom, SE1 7NA
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