Barista

Barista - Ongoing Temporary Assignments – Central London

Optime Group is delighted to be recruiting Experienced Baristas to work across some of London’s most prestigious office buildings, 5* Hotels, and hospitality venues.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced and customer-focused baristas to showcase their coffee-making expertise in professional, high-end environments. You’ll be part of a passionate hospitality team dedicated to providing exceptional service, premium beverages, and a warm guest experience.

Whether you’re looking for flexible temporary work or consistent full-time assignments, we’ll match you with opportunities that suit your availability and goals.

What’s on offer:

• Hourly Pay: £13.00–£15.00 per hour (depending on experience and client)
• Working Hours: Typically 7:00am–5:00pm (weekdays only)
• Locations: Central London (including City, Canary Wharf, and West End)
• Contract: Ongoing temporary work with potential for long-term or permanent roles
• Start Dates: Early 2026
• Weekly Pay (every Friday)

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve a variety of high-quality hot and cold beverages to brand standards
• Provide warm, professional customer service in corporate and hospitality settings
• Maintain a clean, organised, and well-stocked coffee bar or café area
• Operate manual coffee machines, grinders, and POS systems confidently
• Support front-of-house service during busy periods (meetings, events, or lunch service)
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
• Represent the client brand with professionalism and a positive attitude

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience as a Barista, Café Assistant, or Hospitality Host in a high-end or corporate environment
• Skilled in espresso-based drink preparation with excellent latte art an advantage
• Skilled in manual coffee machine is a MUST
• Confident, well-presented, and professional at all times
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a guest-first mindset
• Reliable, punctual, and adaptable to changing schedules and client needs
• Passionate about delivering outstanding coffee and customer service
• Eligible to work in the UK and able to provide relevant right-to-work documentation

If you’re an experienced barista seeking flexible and rewarding work across London’s premium hospitality and corporate venues — we’d love to hear from you.

PLEASE NOTE: Some client sites may require you to pass a background/Credit check and/or provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK. For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic banqueting role, please submit your CV to apply!

Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.