Barista

About the Role

We are hiring Baristas for Starbucks at Edinburgh Airport. This is a lively hospitality position within SSP’s airport environment, where you’ll help deliver quick, friendly service to customers throughout the day and night.

The pay starts at £12.85 per hour and can rise to £14.05 per hour. In addition, you receive an extra £1.20 per hour for shifts worked between midnight and 6:00 AM.

Both full-time and part-time options are available. The role requires flexible availability across weekdays, weekends, bank holidays, and public holidays. As this is a 24-hour operation, early starts from 3:00 AM are required.

SSP operates well-known food and beverage brands across airports, train stations, and motorway service areas in the UK & Ireland. This role offers the chance to work in a busy, customer-focused setting with a fast pace and strong team energy.

About You

• You enjoy working with people, staying active, and bringing a positive attitude to every shift.
• You communicate kindly and bring good energy to the team.
• You must be available to start work from 3:00 AM.
• Five years of references and a criminal record check are required.
• You must be 18 or older, as some duties and shifts involve tasks that require this age, including handling and selling alcohol.

The Barista Role

• Learn and develop knowledge about drinks, ingredients, and preparation methods.
• Share product information with customers and prepare beverages to match individual requests.
• Provide warm, efficient service and keep customers satisfied.
• Maintain a tidy, clean, and welcoming work area throughout every shift.

Benefits

• Discounted meals during shifts.
• Reduced parking costs while working, with parking available for £3.46 per week.
• Access to employee discounts.
• Friends and family discount app.
• Access to award-winning training, apprenticeships, and development programmes.
• Health and wellbeing support.

Additional Information

SSP is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and values a workforce made up of different skills, backgrounds, and experiences.