Barista - London bei Nanushka

Nanushka is looking for a talented Head Barista to join our team in London. It’s the most exciting opportunity to experience and contribute to the rapid growth of the brand. We are looking for dynamic people with a modern and versatile approach. If you’re passionate about fashion, art and Nanushka, and have always been the one with an outstanding aesthetic, detail-oriented mind, and can-do attitude; we want you in our team! We know that selling more is never sustainable, but we empower our people to work towards a more sustainable future with us.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about coffee and dedicated to creating and managing a special coffee house experience for the café corner based in our London Nanushka shop. The ideal candidate must be an experienced leader, charismatic, passionate about people, provide exceptional customer service, and be experienced in making different coffee specialities (ie: Espresso, pour-over, and cold brew).  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of daily orders required for the operation of the cafe
  
  
• Contact suppliers
  
  
• Creating a complete inventory on a daily/weekly/monthly basis
  
  
• Cafe cash register management (manager tasks: opening, closing, settlement, accounts)
  
  
• Training, and teaching baristas
  
  
• Maintenance of the coffee machine and other equipment
  
  
• Store and Cafe’s events management
  
  
• Menu care, import of new products, planning and managing the seasonal offer
  
  
• Hygienic, cultured appearance, the mandatory wearing of work clothes
  
  
• Preparing the course for opening, setting up a coffee machine and tools
  
  
• Mandatory use of beverage recipes
  
  
• Ensure café standards and cleanliness are maintained in accordance with company policies and procedures
  
  
• Cultured greeting of guests
  
  
• Communication with guests, information about products
  
  
• The customer's information on allergens
  
  
• Compliance with all official bodies
  
  
• Documentation of products sold and used, records management, administration
  
  
• Keeping the guest room and shop portal tidy
  
  
• Immaculate cleanliness of machinery
  
  
• Adherence to opening and closing protocol
  
  
• Aid in maintaining operations and exceeding sales goals set for the café 
  
  
• Possess proficiency in using Point-of-Sale systems, and safe cash-handling procedures
  
  
• Verbally receive and call back coffee orders in a friendly manner; observe guests fulfil any additional requests
  
  
• Maintain reliability through accurate processing of register transactions, and providing accurate information to clients 
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines
  
  
• Strong focus on hospitality and providing exceptional customer service, which includes the ability to work well with others 
  
  
• Promotes a positive working environment through effective communication with peers, shop management, and corporate office
  
  
• Other duties as assigned by Shop and Assistant Managers
  
  

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• A minimum of 3 years of coffee shop experience must have
  
  
• Proven background in leading a small team 
  
  
• Motivated in having initiative and creative ideas, proactive planner of the cafe, events and menu
  
  
• Must have open availability, including the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
  
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required
  
  
• Must be detail-oriented, a self-starter, and highly motivated
  
  
• Proven experience in latte art and alternative coffee-making experience is a plus (ie: V60, Kalita, Aeropress)
  
  

WHAT WE OFFER

• Special benefits and a competitive compensation package tailored to your needs
  
  
• A young and forward-thinking team 
  
  
• The possibility to learn, develop yourself, and be part of the growth story of Nanushka
  
  
• Open-minded colleagues and management who are interested in hearing your ideas and suggestions
  
  
• A purpose-driven business with a focus on sustainability in all aspects of our business
  
  

NANUSHKA is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.