Senior Barista, Monday – Friday Full Time.

Senior Barista – WatchHouse (Full-Time, Mon–Fri)

WatchHouse is seeking a Senior Barista to join their team in a Monday–Friday, full-time capacity. This is a leadership-track role designed for experienced baristas ready to take the next step toward becoming a Head Barista. You will be responsible for upholding WatchHouse’s high “Modern Coffee” standards while mentoring junior team members.

Job Summary

• Employer: WatchHouse

• Location: London, United Kingdom

• Position: Full-time, Senior Barista

• Schedule: Monday – Friday

• Salary: £24,000 – £36,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Leadership: Oversee all coffee and drinks leaving the bar, ensuring every cup meets WatchHouse’s exacting standards.

• Team Development: Educate and inspire the bar team, identify training needs, and provide proactive coaching to help others progress.

• Operational Management: Assist with day-to-day service management, stock control, ordering, and equipment maintenance.

• Strategic Input: Work closely with the House Manager to provide insights on staff scheduling, speed-of-service improvements, and drink training initiatives.

• Culture Cultivation: Foster a supportive, professional environment, ensuring the team remains calm, organized, and focused during high-volume periods.

Requirements

• Experience: Proven experience in specialty coffee with a track record of leadership or high-level responsibility.

• Core Values: You must embody WatchHouse’s values: Passion, Empathy, Can Do, and Diligence.

• Professionalism: Ability to have difficult conversations when necessary while maintaining a positive, team-first attitude.

• Technical Excellence: Meticulous attention to detail, cleanliness, and organization.

• Hospitality Mindset: You are a “people person” who loves sharing coffee knowledge with guests and colleagues alike.

Benefits & Perks

WatchHouse offers a industry-leading benefits package:

• The Essentials: Free coffee/drinks on and off shift, a free lunch every shift, and a monthly 250g bag of premium coffee.

• Discounts: 30% off food and 30% off retail coffee at any House.

• Social & Recognition: Team social budgets, annual parties with farm trips as prizes, and core value awards.

• Development: Best-in-class training, access to SCA certification, and a structured career path toward becoming a Head Barista.

Why This Role?

This is a pivotal role for someone looking to grow. Because WatchHouse is actively expanding their number of “Houses,” they are specifically looking for the next generation of leadership. If you want a role that balances technical coffee mastery with management responsibilities—and you prefer a standard Monday–Friday work week—this is one of the best opportunities in London.

Application Tip: Highlight “Leadership”

When applying for a Senior Barista role, your CV needs to show you are more than a great brewer.

• Focus on Impact: Don’t just say you “made coffee.” Instead, say: “Trained 3 new staff members on workflow efficiency,” or “Managed weekly stock ordering, reducing wastage by 10%.”

• Show Cultural Fit: Emphasize your “Can Do” attitude. WatchHouse prioritizes personality and “soul”—mention a time you went out of your way to support a teammate or enhance a guest’s day.

  WatchHouse (often stylized as WatchHouse) is a prominent, London-based specialty coffee brand that has built its reputation on the concept of “Modern Coffee.” Founded in 2014 by Roland Horne, the business began in a historic, 25-square-meter former watch house on Bermondsey Street, which once served as a shelter for men guarding the local graveyard. Today, the brand is renowned for its architecturally led, design-conscious spaces and its commitment to ethical, transparent sourcing. WatchHouse focuses on providing an accessible, premium coffee experience, balancing sophisticated craftsmanship with a warm, welcoming community atmosphere across its numerous locations in London, the UK, and internationally.

   

  Key Company Highlights

  Feature	Details
  Founded	2014, London, United Kingdom
  Philosophy	“Modern Coffee”: Accessible, transparent, and high-quality
  Design	Unique, architecturally driven spaces; each “House” is distinct
  Specialties	Specialty coffee, rare single-origin brews, and seasonal brunch
  Presence	Extensive London footprint, plus locations in the UK (Bath) and the USA