Barista - The Story of Gardening Cafe
The Newt in Somerset
Food and Beverage Barista - Story of Gardening
Up to £12.92 per hour plus guaranteed tips and fantastic benefits
40 hours over 5 days, regular weekend working
Due to the location of the estate, your own transportation is advised
Our Food and Beverage Baristas at the Story of Gardening
Based at The Story of Gardening, a beautiful café and exhibit, set in the deer park with stunning views of the woodland area, working with the wider team to support our other food and beverage venues and supporting at Estate events, our baristas play a vital role in ensuring each and every one of our visitors has a memorable day with us. A passion for excellent customer service and a desire to grow your own skills are paramount.
Whilst coffee or food and beverage experience is needed, additional training will also be offered.
What we can offer
- A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
- Peace of mind with Employee Life Cover, providing your nominated loved one with 2x your salary.
- Support from our Employee Assistance Programme, including unlimited 24/7 remote GP appointments for you and your family.
- Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments.
- Stay in shape with complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes.
- Access to our Cycle to Work scheme, supporting wellbeing and sustainable commuting.
- Complimentary staff meal when onsite – crafted by our dedicated kitchen team, often featuring fresh produce from our estate.
- Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases.
- Complimentary garden membership for The Newt and our partner gardens, including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan.
- We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme – Newt Awards, with the opportunity to achieve amazing rewards, including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
- Discover exclusive perks with discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a 30% discount at our restaurants.
- A team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities, including Fun Squad events.
- Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team.
What we're looking for
- 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
Where you'll be working - Our Food and Beverage venues
- The Story of Gardening - An interactive experience, designed to guide visitors through gardens in time. The F&B offering is based around the gardens on display.
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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