Barista
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High value due to focus on training, competitive pay, and the company's position in the specialty coffee market.
- Strong focus on training and development in coffee preparation
- Competitive pay with internal progression opportunities
- Engaging work environment with passionate colleagues
- Requires availability for early morning shifts
Pros
- Strong commitment to employee training and development
- Opportunity to progress into senior roles
- Hands-on experience with quality coffee products
Cons
- Early morning shifts may not suit everyone
- Part-time nature might limit advance opportunities
- High competitive environment may be stressful for some
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-level • On-site
Good fit
- Aspiring baristas and coffee lovers
- Individuals looking for part-time flexibility
- People interested in specialty coffee culture
Not recommended for
- Those uninterested in coffee-making processes
- Candidates unable to handle early morning hours
- Individuals not keen on competitive dynamics
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Our FCB Coffee at Tonbridge station is hiring!
FCB Coffee is the fastest-growing speciality coffee company in the travel sector. Currently with ten sites, we are fast becoming the go-to destination for speciality coffee. We inspire our teams to consistently produce fantastic coffee through dedicated training and attention to detail.
If you are a real coffee geek looking for a place that screams, lives and breathes - all about coffee - then FCB Coffee is what you’re looking for. Work with a team of people who are very competitive and are truly passionate about what they do!
The store is open daily from 6:00 am to 6:30 pm. You must be able to start in Tonbridge at 5:30 am. This is a 16-hour per-week contract. Flexibility for both morning and evening shifts is required, and weekend availability is essential.
Benefits:
- Training (latte art, brew methods, coffee machine maintenance, Intro to Coffee) delivered by a SCAE accredited trainer
- Flexible hours
- Good career progression - 90% of senior positions are filled by internal candidates
- Small but very passionate team
- A fun and rewarding working environment
- Industry events (coffee cuppings, festivals, tournaments, London Coffee Festival, Coffee Masters etc)
- Internal competition
- Regular visits to local roasters to keep the highest level of expertise within the industry
Skills and requirements :
- Up to date knowledge and genuine interest/ passion for the coffee business
- Barista skills and ability to free pour a variety of latte art consistently would be an advantage
- Knowledge of hand-brew methods and desire to learn more would be an advantage
- Good spoken and written English
- Great customer service skills
- Ability to work at speed and under pressure
The job involves:
- Preparing and serving high-quality coffee and beverages
- Handling till transactions accurately
- Preparing and handling food in accordance with hygiene and safety standards
- Following all cafe opening and closing procedures
- Providing excellent customer service at all times
You will be working with and helping to maintain equipment such as:
- La Marzocco Linea PB two group
- Mythos One, Anfim and Mahlkonig EK43
If you have what it takes and would like to be part of the newest FCB shop, send your CV and a covering letter stating your availability
