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Head Barista

United Kingdom, Porthleven, Cornwall Employment contract 13.70 - 14.00 GBP / Hour · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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As a Head Barista in our Roastery Café, you will play a leading role in delivering an exceptional coffee experience, setting industry benchmarks, and ensuring every cup reflects our commitment to provenance, seasonality, and transparency. You will drive quality, customer engagement, and operational excellence across the coffee bar, mentoring baristas and upholding Origin's high standards.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop and refine coffee recipes for both blend and single-origin coffees
  • Operate and maintain high-end coffee equipment, including La Marzocco espresso machines and Mahlkonig grinders
  • Deliver an exceptional hospitality experience
  • Engage with customers to share knowledge
  • Mentor and train baristas
  • Inspire and motivate the team
  • Manage coffee bar workflow
  • Oversee stock levels
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and well-presented workspace

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in the speciality coffee industry, with a proven ability to create and refine coffee recipes
  • Strong leadership and training abilities, with a track record of mentoring and developing baristas
  • Skilled in operating and maintaining professional coffee equipment
  • Excellent communication and engagement skills, able to educate both customers and colleagues
  • Experience in stock control, workflow management, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations

What we offer

  • 34 days’ holiday, inclusive of your birthday
  • Unlimited coffee and discounts on merchandise and partner products
  • B Corp certified and proudly independent
  • People-first culture with meaningful, values-led work
  • SCA training and learning opportunities for everyone
  • Enhanced family leave, sick pay, period leave, and personal days
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP service
  • Two paid volunteering days each year

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