Head Barista Leicester City Centre Up to £35,000 DOE Full-Time, Daytime Hours, Weekends Essential Our client is a Scandinavian, New York inspired brunch restaurant built on friendship, connection, and exceptional coffee. Their calm, design led space offers a welcoming home for people who appreciate craft, from perfectly pulled espresso shots to beautifully plated brunch dishes. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Barista to lead their coffee program and set the standard for quality, consistency and guest experience. The roleLead all aspects of coffee preparation, presentation, and quality controlTrain, mentor and develop the barista team to deliver exceptional coffee consistentlyOwn grinder calibration, dial-ins, and coffee workflow during serviceLead by example during busy brunch servicesSupport daily operations, service flow, and guest experienceManage coffee stock, supplier orders, and waste controlMaintain excellent customer service, resolving issues professionally Ensure full compliance with EHO, food safety and hygiene standardsStay ahead of coffee trends and innovations The candidateMinimum 2 years experience as a senior or lead baristaExperience in latte art is essentialStrong technical coffee knowledge and a passion for specialty coffeeConfident leading a team and managing workflow under pressureExcellent communication and people skillsBasic food hygiene / EHO knowledge desirableWeekend availability is essential What