Experienced Barista (Specialty Coffee)

Experienced Barista New Store opening Kentish Town

Experienced Barista (Specialty Coffee) at Koncept Coffee

This is an exciting opportunity to join the opening team of a brand-new Koncept Coffee store in Kentish Town and help shape the standards and culture from day one. Perfect for someone who wants to grow with a new specialty coffee brand.

We're looking for a confident Senior Barista who can run bar independently, deliver exceptional coffee every shift, and help set the standard for the rest of the team.

This is not an entry-level role. You must be comfortable working fast, clean, and consistently in a busy specialty coffee environment.

What You'll Do

• Prepare high-quality espresso drinks to house standards
• Dial in grinders and maintain extraction consistency (24-28 seconds)
• Steam milk correctly for all drink types (latte, flat white, cappuccino)
• Work confidently across bar, till, food prep and floor
• Maintain speed and workflow during peak service (200-300 coffees/day)
• Deliver warm, professional customer service
• Support opening & closing procedures
• Keep workstation, equipment and shop floor spotless
• Flag stock or equipment issues before they become problems

What We're Looking For

• 1-2+ years experience as a barista in a busy café or specialty coffee shop
• Confident using La Marzocco machines & Mahlkönig grinders
• Can work independently without supervision
• Strong knowledge of espresso, milk texturing & drink consistency
• Fast, organised and calm under pressure
• Friendly, professional and reliable
• Available for early starts (6:30am) and weekends

Bonus (Not Essential)

• Experience training junior baristas
• Interest in coffee origins & flavour profiles
• Upselling retail beans or specials
• Social media / content capture

Why Join Us?

• Work with high-end coffee equipment
• Be part of a new premium coffee brand
• Opportunity to grow into Assistant Manager role
• Strong team culture with clear standards Job Details

  Job Title: Head Barista

  Full Time

  Typical Hours: 32 hours per week

  Base Pay: £16.00 per hour

  Location: Kentish Town (Koncept Coffee)