Newbury Racecourse Catering Staff RG14 7NZ - Barista, Experience Required (18+)

£12.50 p/hr

Would you like to work amongst the action at Newbury Racecourse? You could be a part of the exciting and enthusiastic team of individuals that are the driving force behind delivering exceptional horse racing events.

Working in one of these customer-facing roles, you will be involved in the delivery and sales of our delicious range of food and drink to our racecourse guests, balancing efficiency with product knowledge and ensuring customers are greeted with a smile.

You will be working effectively alongside chefs, managers, and other employees of Newbury Racecourse to ensure a smooth delivery of service, to our guests.

We have some important racing throughout the year to choose from, along with Corporate Events. Please see below for the 2024/2025 Newbury race season.

February 2025

Sat 8th, Fri 28th February

March 2025

Sat 1st, Fri-Sat 21st-22nd March

April 2025

Fri-Sat 11th-12th April

May 2025

Fri-Sat 16th - 17th May

June 2025

Thu 12th, Thu 26th June

July 2025

Thu 3rd, Thu 10th, Fri-Sat 18th-19th, Thu 24th

August 2025

Tue 5th, Fri-Sat 15th-16th, Thu 28th

September 2025

Fri-Sat 19th-20th

October 2025

Fri-Sat 24th-25th

November 2025

Thu 6th, Fri-Sat 28th-29th

December 2025

Wed 17th, Mon 29th

Responsibilities:

• Be able to prepare speciality drinks orders (latte, mocha, flat white, etc.) using a professional barista machine
• Cleaning and sanities work utensils and equipment
• Stock rotation and replenishment
• Develop an understanding of the product range available (drinks items, dietary needs, menu knowledge)
• Managing and taking card payments

Requirements:

• Confidence and compassion when interacting with customers and colleagues
• Excellent teamworking skills
• Effective time management
• Working in a fast paced environment
• A driven and dependable approach to work
• Attention to detail
• Upbeat, welcoming cheerful personality
• The ability to remain calm during high-volume periods
• Previous experience needed
• Must be over the age of 18
• CV required for application
• Living in the Newbury area

Why work with us?

• Competitive pay rate of £12.50 p/hr, paid weekly
• Become part of a friendly and enthusiastic team that delivers a range of incredible events
• The opportunity to progress within your role and/or across other sites and venues within Compass Group UK and Ireland
• Flexible shifts to suit you, with the potential of working at a huge variety of venues across the country
• Free parking on site
• 5 minutes away from Newbury Racecourse train station

So, what are you waiting for? Apply now to join the fantastic team.