Barista Apprentice

This role supports the delivery of high‑quality barista and customer service within a Government Services environment at GOGGS (Government Offices Great George Street), SW1A. As a Barista, you will prepare hot and cold drinks to order, assist with basic food preparation, and ensure customers receive friendly, efficient service at all times. You will also help maintain clean, safe and well‑organised service areas, restock products, and follow all food hygiene and health and safety procedures.

A Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate is desirable, although full training can be provided. Barista‑specific training is desirable but not required. No previous experience is required, but 1–2 years’ experience in a food service or retail environment is desirable. This role is sociable hours - Monday - Friday.

Duties include:

Serving food and beverages to customers in line with brand standards Preparing hot and cold drinks to order, including barista‑style coffees Carrying out basic cold food preparation and made‑to‑order items (e.g., hot sandwiches) Taking payments and maintaining accurate financial records Restocking products and maintaining attractive merchandise displays Cleaning counters, equipment, public areas and back‑of‑house spaces Washing crockery and cutlery using equipment once trained Reporting feedback, complaints, stock needs, breakages or hazards to the line manager Completing daily paperwork or computer‑based tasks as assigned Keeping accurate records as required Following food hygiene, health and safety and company procedures Undertaking relevant training as required

Training:

Food and Beverage Team Member Level 2.

Training Outcome:

While progression is not guaranteed, Aramark regularly develops team members who show commitment and strong performance. This apprenticeship provides transferable hospitality and barista skills that can support future roles such as Barista, Catering Assistant, Hospitality Assistant, Team Leader or Supervisor.
It also offers a pathway into further training, including the Hospitality Supervisor Level 3 apprenticeship.

Employer Description:

At Aramark, we create memorable food experiences where people work, learn and play by channelling a collective passion for food and service.
We’re a leading food service partner working with organisations across a range of market sectors in the UK. We know that great food is important to everybody and at Aramark our teams share a passion for hospitality, delivering great things for our people, partners and communities.

Working Hours :
This role is sociable hours - Monday - Friday. Exact working hours TBC

Skills:
Customer care skills,Team working,Driven by new challenges,Empathetic Communicator,Fast paced