Barista - Blake's Bakery, Soho Farmhouse, Oxfordshire

The Role…

At Soho House, a Barista will prepare and serve a wide range of specialty coffees, teas, and other hot and cold drinks to the highest standards, while providing warm, engaging, and knowledgeable service.

Your main responsibility is for delivering exceptional coffee and beverage experiences to our members and guests. You’ll work closely with both the kitchen and front-of-house teams to maintain efficient service, support daily operations, and uphold the club’s commitment to excellence

What's in it for you?

Weekly Pay

Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs

Soho Friends Membership

50% Team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week

Staff Room Rates

Health Cash Plan (option to up to 2 additional dependents)

Dental Plan (option to add up to 2 additional dependents)

Birthday Day Off after 1 years' continuous service

Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home

In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.

Free Counselling Sessions

Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes offer unique food and drink training, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.

Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally

Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.

Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career

Key duties…

Prepare and serve all coffee and tea beverages to a consistently high standard, including espresso-based drinks, pour-overs, and non-dairy alternatives.

Ensure coffee machinery is properly maintained, cleaned, and calibrated daily to guarantee product quality.

Engage with members in a friendly, professional, and attentive manner, taking time to learn individual preferences and deliver personalised service.

Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the barista station and service area in line with hygiene and health & safety standards.

Monitor stock levels of coffee, milk, and related supplies, and communicate with management for timely ordering and replenishment.

Accurately process orders and payments using the POS system.

Contribute ideas for seasonal drinks, coffee tastings, or member experiences.

Support food and drink presentation, including breakfast and light snacks where applicable.

Encourage a positive, inclusive, and respectful workout atmosphere

What we are looking for...

A successful Barista for Soho House will ideally have up to 2 years’ experience in a busy high-profile venue and a natural flair for first class service. You’ll be reliable, friendly and happy to be a key part of the team that strives for success.

Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in similar capacity

Thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments and maintain calm, through quickly and effectively problem solving under pressure

Must be hospitable, approachable, passionate about customer service and respectful towards colleagues and guests

Must be able to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule and Club School

Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed

Ability to take direction, work in a team environment and autonomously

The salary range for this role if filled within the UK is listed below. The range for the position in different geographies may vary based on market differences.

Pay Range

£15.50 — £15.50 GBP