Blake's Bakery, Soho Farmhouse, Oxfordshire
Oxfordshire · Soho Farmhouse - Chipping Norton, England · Soho Farmhouse · 2+ years experience · Posted Sep 23, 2026
At a glance
- Experience
- 2+ years experience
- Location
- Oxfordshire · Soho Farmhouse - Chipping Norton, England · Soho Farmhouse
About 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.
Responsibilities
- 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
Requirements
- 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
Benefits
- 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
- Free Counselling Sessions
Skills
- Espresso-based Drinks
- Pour-overs
- Non-dairy Alternatives
- POS System