Food and Beverage Barista - 24 hours
Story of Gardening Cafe at The Newt in Somerset
Food and Beverage Barista - The Story of Gardening
Up to £12.92 per hour plus tronc and fantastic benefits
24 hours over 3 days - daytime hours
Due to the location of the estate, your own transportation is advised
Advert closes: 12th June 2026
Our Food and Beverage Baristas in the Visitor Attraction
The Story of Gardening is an immersive, interactive experience that takes visitors on a journey through gardens across the world and throughout time. The food and beverage offering is thoughtfully connected to the gardens on display, creating a memorable experience that goes beyond a simple café visit.
Previous coffee or food and beverage experience is desirable, but full training will be provided for the right person.
What we can offer
- A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
- Stay in shape with complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes
- Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments.
- Enjoy shopping in both our shops on the estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases.
- Discover exclusive perks with our discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.
- Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan
- Complimentary meal whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate by our dedicated staff food chefs
- We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
- Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your family
- A team that knows how to have fun with monthly team activities and Estate-wide team events
- Access your earnings at anytime with Wagestream, with access to nationwide brand discounts
- Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team
What we're looking for/skills and experience
- Previous strong barista experience is beneficial
- Willingness to develop, grown and keep up with the demands of our developing business
- Confident in service and feels comfortable leading
- Great attention to detail
- Great time management and self-motivated
- Passion for food, beverage, and luxury hospitality
- Basic computer skills
Who are we - The Newt in Somerset
Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.
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