About

Join Our Social Enterprise and Make a Real Impact! At The Colombian Coffee Company, we’re passionate about sourcing, roasting, and brewing high-quality single origin coffee—all while supporting coffee-growing communities in Colombia. We’re seeking a motivated Assistant Supervisor to help oversee our Flat Iron Square branch, with potential to move into a full supervisor role - and be part of a socially conscious, exciting coffee project.

What You'll Do:

- Work as a skilled specialty barista, delivering exceptional, friendly service to every customer.

- Maintain top-notch cleanliness and presentation of our cafe space.

- Ensure all SOPs are followed to maintain quality, consistency, and legal food safety compliance.

- Comfortable managing a team of 3 other baristas whilst on shift, and working closely with the Soho Supervisor.

- Manage weekly stock checks and monthly inventory, reporting to management.

- Help train new team members and support the team during busy periods and covers.

- Collaborate with management to continuously improve operations.

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Where You May Work:

The role will predominantly be at our Soho branch on Greek Street but occasionally you may be asked to support with shifts at our other London locations, including:

- Borough Market Stall (London Bridge/Borough)

- Flat Iron Square Café (Borough/London Bridge)

- NEW Roastery (Shoreditch/Aldgate East)

- In addition to potential participation in festivals and events during the summer!
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Why Join Us?

- Gain hands-on experience in coffee roasting, cupping, and the international coffee trade.

- Potential for a unique chance to travel to Colombia and engage with our social projects and our café in Bogota.

- 28 days Paid Holiday (pro-rata).

- Unlimited high-quality coffee; fuel your passion!

- Wellness perks including yoga classes or a monthly Wellness Allowance.

- Spanish lessons to deepen your connection with the coffee community.
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Who We're Looking For:

- At least 2 years experience as a Barista, ideally within the Specialty Coffee sector and at least 1 year in a Supervising or Managerial role.

- Confident with dialling-in the grinder and skilled latte art is a big plus!

- EXCEPTIONAL attention to cleanliness and café presentation.

- Knowledge of Food Safety procedures; Level 2 Food Safety certificate ideal but not essential.

- Excellent multitasking and time-management skills in fast-paced environments.

- Natural leader who inspires and supports the team by example.

- Self-starter who takes initiative without prompting and thrives under pressure.

- Willingness to work early mornings, late nights, and busy weekends - weekend availability is imperative!

- Passionate about specialty coffee and supporting ethical business practices.

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Personality Traits That Fit:

- Friendly, approachable, and great at building relationships.

- Creative problem-solver who manages challenges calmly.

- Entrepreneurial mindset always looking to grow the business and forge new connections.
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Ready to Brew Change with Us?

If you want to join a company that values your growth and offers a meaningful career beyond the barista role, we’d love to hear from you! Become part of our mission to make a positive impact on coffee-growing communities while developing your skills and career.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Language training provided

Application question(s):

• Have an impeccable eye for cleanliness, food hygiene and presentation?
• Able to work at least 1x weekend day?

Experience:

• supervisor: 1 year (required)
• speciality coffee: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person