Coffee Lead in London, London

London

permanent, full-time

£36,000 - £38,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

Working in London, London

London is the UK’s capital and a global magnet for talent. Careers span finance in the City, fast‑growing fintech in Shoreditch, health and life sciences around Whitechapel, media in Soho, and government and policy in Westminster. Cross‑London transport, from the Elizabeth line to the Underground and an extensive bus network, keeps commutes practical across zones. Outside work, world‑class museums, food, and green parks create a vibrant lifestyle for every budget. Employers range from FTSE 100 headquarters to charities and high‑growth scale‑ups, so there are roles for graduates and seasoned specialists alike. On Voceer you’ll find the latest London vacancies—analyst, developer, nurse, project manager, retail leader—posted by employers who value ambition and diversity. Start your London job search with Voceer and connect with teams building the city’s next chapter.

About Hospitality & Catering

Hospitality plays a central role in the UK economy, covering hotels, restaurants, events, and tourism. Careers range from chefs and front-of-house staff to hotel managers and event planners. Employers include independent businesses, large hotel chains, and catering groups. Demand remains high for skilled professionals in customer service and food preparation. Hospitality offers variety, creativity, and people-focused roles, often with flexible working hours and opportunities worldwide. The sector continues to adapt, with sustainability, food innovation, and guest experience shaping future growth.

Coffee Lead
London (Multi-site role – Head Office & Stores)
Full-time | Permanent
Salary: £36,000 – £38,000

We are partnering with a founder led, award winning grab and go business looking for their first Coffee Lead. This would be an exciting opportunity for a strong Head Barista to step up in a more development and training focussed role. You would take ownership of menu development, training, and quality standards across the estate, combining creativity with real operational impact.

The Role

You will initially lead the development and launch of a seasonal cold drinks menu, before transitioning into a hands-on training and quality role across multiple locations.

This position is focused on maintaining exceptional standards, developing store teams, and ensuring consistent execution of both hot and cold beverages. Outside of menu development periods, you will work regular shifts alongside store teams, leading by example in busy service environments.

Why Apply?

Completive salary of £36,000 - £38,000 depending on experience
Opportunity to grow and progress within an ambitious and expanding business (path to Head of Coffee)

High-impact role with ownership of menu development and coffee standards
Chance to shape product innovation and training across multiple sites
Work closely with senior leadership and influence key operational decisions
Creative freedom to develop new drinks and concepts
Strong platform to build leadership and training experience
Opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact

Key Responsibilities

Develop and launch seasonal cold drink menus, with a strong focus on iced coffee, matcha, and trend-led beverages
Collaborate with the operations team to source new ingredients and products that support innovation
Deliver structured barista training programmes across multiple locations
Provide hands-on coaching and day-to-day support to store teams
Conduct regular quality audits and proactively address performance gaps
Oversee coffee machine setup, calibration, and grind consistency standards
Support busy services by working side-by-side with teams to deliver excellent coffee and customer experience
Ensure smooth rollout and consistent execution of menu updates across all sites

About You

Strong background within the specialty coffee industry
Head Barista level (or equivalent) with proven training and development experience
Creative in drink development, with strong commercial awareness
Excellent technical coffee skills and high attention to detail
Able to quickly identify and resolve quality or operational issues
Patient, confident communicator with a practical, hands-on coaching style
Self-motivated and comfortable working independently across multiple locations