Senior Barista

One For The Table is a small independent café that opened in Spring 2026, serving high-quality brunch and coffee just moments from Walthamstow Central.

We're looking for a Senior Barista who's passionate about great coffee, good food and warm hospitality to join our team.

We're looking for someone who's confident behind the coffee machine, naturally great with customers and happy to get stuck into all aspects of café life. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing independent business, take ownership of coffee quality and help shape a positive and supportive team environment.

The Role

As our Senior Barista, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the café, ensuring consistently excellent coffee and a high standard of customer service.

You'll need to be confident running the coffee station independently during busy services. During the week and quieter periods, you'll also be expected to welcome and seat customers, take orders and support the wider front-of-house operation.

Key Responsibilities / What You'll Be Doing

• Dial in coffee daily, maintaining consistency and quality throughout service.

• Prepare and serve espresso-based drinks and other beverages to a high standard.

• Take ownership of maintaining coffee quality and consistency.

• Take customer orders confidently, accurately and efficiently.

• Monitor stock levels and assist with restocking and deliveries.

• Take responsibility for opening and/or closing the café independently.

• Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of the bar, equipment and café floor.

• Carry out thorough daily and weekly cleaning of grinders and the espresso machine.

• Support the wider FOH team with food service, clearing tables and washing up.

• Contribute to a positive team culture and support colleagues during busy periods.

• Follow health, safety and food hygiene standards at all times.

What We're Looking For

• At least 2 years' experience as a barista, preferably in specialty coffee.

• Proficiency in making espresso-based drinks and confidence running the coffee station independently.

• Good latte art skills.

• Ability to dial in grinders and maintain consistency in espresso shots.

• Passionate about great coffee, food and service.

• Proactive and observant, with the initiative to spot what needs doing.

• Friendly, reliable and positive.

• A team player who's happy to get stuck in wherever needed.

• Great communication skills and a natural ability to make people feel welcome.

• Weekend availability is essential.

Coffee knowledge and attitude are more important to us than management experience. If you've been a barista for a while and are ready to level up, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Work With Us

• Competitive salary, depending on experience.

• Freedom to share ideas, take on responsibility and grow with the business.

• Evenings off and a strong work/life balance, with guaranteed Mondays and Tuesdays off.

• 32–35 hours per week over five days.

• Unlimited coffee on shift and lunch on us.

• Generous staff discounts on retail products, including coffee beans, olive oil, pasta, wine and more.

• Be part of a small, friendly and supportive team.

• A workplace where effort, attitude and initiative are noticed and rewarded.