Barista - Starbucks
Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 12 – GBP 13 / hour
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Applicants who are 18+ and have previous coffee shop experience can apply. The role is suitable for people who enjoy customer-facing work, fast-paced shifts, and flexible scheduling across weekdays, weekends, bank holidays, and public holidays.
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Where you'll work
Job description
Role overview
SSP UK & Ireland is hiring an experienced Barista for the Starbucks outlet at Newcastle Airport. This is a fixed-term position running until the end of October 2026.
The hourly pay is £12.71, with an additional £1.20 per hour for shifts worked between midnight and 6:00 AM. That means the enhanced rate for those hours is £13.91 per hour.
Working hours are scheduled between 3:00 AM and 11:00 PM, and flexibility is needed across weekdays, weekends, bank holidays, and public holidays.
SSP partners with well-known brands such as M&S, Starbucks, Burger King, and BrewDog, serving customers in airports, railway stations, and motorway service areas across the UK and Ireland. The role offers a lively hospitality environment with a strong team atmosphere.
About the workplace
This is a fast-moving coffee shop setting where the team focuses on great service, quality drinks, and a positive customer experience. The role suits someone who enjoys a busy shift and working in a customer-facing environment.
What the role involves
- Prepare and serve coffee and other beverages while learning new drink recipes and service methods.
- Provide product guidance to customers and tailor drinks to specific requests where possible.
- Deliver friendly, efficient, and polished customer service throughout every shift.
- Keep the unit clean, tidy, and welcoming at all times.
Who this role is suited to
Applicants should enjoy working with people, staying active, and bringing a cheerful attitude to the workplace. A positive, supportive approach and the ability to work well in a lively team are important.
Previous experience in a coffee shop is required. This role also needs 5 years of references and a Criminal Record Check.
Because of certain duties and shifts, candidates must be 18 years or older and be able to sell and handle alcohol where required.
Perks and benefits
- Discounted meals during shifts.
- Staff discounts.
- Access to a friends and family discount app.
- Award-winning training, apprenticeships, and development pathways.
- Health and wellbeing support.
Additional information
This is a hospitality position with fixed-term contract terms ending in October 2026. SSP says it values diversity and is committed to building a team made up of different skills, talents, and backgrounds.