Barista - Starbucks

Role overview

This position is for a Barista at Starbucks in Colchester Station. The role sits within SSP’s hospitality operations, serving customers in a lively, fast-moving environment.

The pay rate is £12.71 per hour. This is a part-time opportunity offering 16 hours per week.

Working hours run from 5:00am to 8:00pm, and the schedule requires flexibility across weekdays, weekends, bank holidays, and public holidays. A 5:00am start is essential for this role.

SSP operates well-known brands such as M&S, Starbucks, Burger King, and BrewDog across airports, train stations, and motorway service areas in the UK and Ireland.

What the job involves

• Creating a friendly, energetic experience for customers in a busy café setting.
• Preparing and serving drinks while learning a range of beverages and service skills.
• Explaining menu items and product details to customers, including tailored drink requests.
• Delivering prompt, welcoming service and keeping standards high throughout each shift.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and inviting workspace for customers and colleagues.

Candidate profile

• You enjoy working with people, staying active, and bringing a positive attitude to every shift.
• You are upbeat, considerate, and able to contribute good energy to a team environment.
• Because of some duties and shift requirements, applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Benefits and support

• Discounted meals during shifts.
• Employee discount options.
• Access to a Friends and Family discount app.
• Award-winning training, apprenticeship opportunities, and development programmes.
• Health and wellbeing support.

Additional information

SSP is committed to diversity and aims to build teams that reflect a wide range of skills, talents, and backgrounds.