WHSmith

Grindsmith Cafe - Barista / Team Member - 25-30hrs - Early Mornings

WHSmith  •  £26k/yr  •  Manchester, GB (Onsite)  •  22 days ago
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Job Description

Barista – Grindsmith Manchester Airport

At Grindsmith, coffee is craft, and you are the one who brings it to life. As a Barista, you’ll deliver warm, authentic service and high-quality coffee in one of the UK’s busiest environments. With a focus on connection, consistency, and care, you’ll help make every journey memorable.
We are looking for an experienced barista who can work any time during the following shift times:
0130am-1130am : Mon - Fri : 30hours per week
Please check you can get to and from the airport during those times as public transport is liable to change - we do provide free onsite carparking

What you’ll be doing:
• Preparing high-quality drinks with skill, pride, and attention to detail
• Creating a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for every customer
• Taking orders confidently, serving food and drink with a personal touch
• Supporting service flow and keeping the bar area clean and well organised
• Being a dependable team member, communicating clearly during busy periods

What we’re looking for:
• A genuine passion for exceptional coffee, delicious food, and creating memorable customer experiences.
• Confidence under pressure, especially in a fast-paced environment
• Pride in presentation, craft, and consistency
• A supportive, team-first attitude
• Clear communication and a warm, approachable style

Airport Vetting Requirements
Due to the location of this role airside at Manchester Airport, all candidates must pass aviation security clearance. This includes:
• A valid passport
• A complete 5-year history (employment, education, travel, or volunteering)
• A criminal record check (DBS)
We will guide you through the vetting process and support you in submitting the necessary documentation.

Why Grindsmith @ WHSmith
• Grindsmith is a values-led, independent coffee brand rooted in Manchester. Paired with WHSmith’s rich heritage and innovative approach to travel retail, this collaboration brings together craft, community, and decades of experience to create something truly unique
• Shift patterns that suit airport hours, with a supportive team around you
• Free car parking onsite at Manchester Airport while at work
• A strong development culture and opportunities to grow within the business
• Staff discount, partner perks, plus free a meal and drink while working in a vibrant workplace where you can truly be yourself.

◦ £1.50 shift uplift pay between 0100am-0500am
WHSmith

About WHSmith

WHSmith is a leading, global travel retailer. Since 1792, we’ve grown and evolved into a globally recognised brand, and we’re proud to be that air of familiarity people love and trust on their journey, both in life and through life.

Today, we have more than 1200 stores in over 30 countries across the globe, serving millions of customers every year, and you’ll find us at airports, railway stations and hospitals.

Each of our stores and formats is tailored to meet the needs of our customers journeys; we’re the trusted home of travel essentials for the world’s travelling customer. We already operate in over 100 airports around the globe and we’re continuing to expand with a growing presence of WHSmith at international airports, and the expansion of our US businesses – Marshall Retail Group for speciality retail and InMotion, our world-leading digital and tech accessories business in travel locations - into new markets.

At the heart of our business are our people and our customers. As a diverse group of over 9,000 colleagues, we are all on the same journey to a better business. Whether our colleagues are based in our stores, our distribution centres or our support centres, we’re committed to providing the opportunity for each and every member of the WHSmith team to be themselves, build their skillset, and progress on their journey with us. That’s why, as we continue our journey, our aim is simple: to make every one of life’s journeys better.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
1792
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