Job Title: Barista
Reports To: F&B Manager, F&B Supervisors
Department: Leisure and Tourism
Location: Raby Castle
Hours: Full time or Part time (includes holidays, weekends and some evening hours during peak season)
Rate of Pay: £12.80 per hour (age related pay rates apply to under 21s)
Job Ref: VA231-2026
At the heart of Raby Castle sits The Vinery, a stunning glasshouse café within the Castle, Park and Gardens. We’re looking for a passionate Barista to join our lively Food & Beverage team, delivering exceptional coffee and warm hospitality across a truly unique estate.
From crafting beautiful coffee in The Vinery to supporting pop-up venues in the Dutch Barn, Riding School and Castle, this is a varied role in an inspiring setting.
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a key member of our Food and Beverage team, you’ll have an exciting mix of responsibilities:
- Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and drinks at speed and to a consistently high standard
- Prepare and serve fresh, locally sourced food
- Deliver friendly, efficient service in busy café, kiosk and event settings
- Support estate events, from intimate teas to large-scale pop-ups
- Sell refreshments, tickets and retail items with strong product knowledge
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and safety
What We’re Looking For:
We need someone who can wear many hats in this hospitality-focused role. You’ll stand out if you have:
A love of coffee!
- A skilled, high-volume Barista with expert coffee knowledge
- A natural host who values outstanding customer service
- Flexible, adaptable and calm under pressure
- Strong attention to detail and pride in your environment
- A team player who supports and coaches’ others
- Availability to work weekends, bank holidays and peak seasons
What We Offer:
- Attractive salary
- 33 days holiday, including statutory holidays
- Group Pension Scheme with a 7.7% employer contribution with the option to salary sacrifice
- Group Life Insurance
- Cycle to Work and Buy/Sell Holiday schemes
- Health Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- A behind-the-scenes tour of Raby Castle
- Invitations to Raby Estate social events throughout the year
- A chance to work in one of Free on-site parking
- Staff discounts across Raby retail, food outlets and High Force Hotel
- Complimentary access to Raby attractions and estate events
- Training, development and leadership opportunities
- A chance to work in one of the region’s most unique venues
If you’re passionate about coffee, thrive on variety and love creating memorable visitor experiences, we’d love to hear from you.
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