Barista Café Assistant (Part-Time)

Job Description:
National Space Centre invites you to join our team as a Barista Café Assistant. Deliver exceptional customer service, craft high-quality drinks and food, and help make Boosters Café a vibrant and welcoming experience for every visitor.

About National Space Centre:
The National Space Centre in Leicester is an award-winning visitor attraction and education facility inspiring curiosity about space and science. Our café team supports a dynamic environment where innovation, learning, and outstanding visitor experiences come together. Company Location: Leicester, United Kingdom

Job Overview:
As a Barista Café Assistant, you will prepare and serve food and drinks, maintain café standards, operate the till, manage stock, and respond to customer needs. This part-time, permanent role provides flexible working hours and growth within our catering team.

Requirements:

• Experience in a coffee shop or café environment

• Food Safety qualification

• Excellent customer service and communication skills

• Ability to work in a busy, fast-paced environment

• Strong organisational and presentation skills

• Flexible and adaptable attitude

Benefits:

• Permanent part-time role with 7.5 hours Sundays and additional peak period shifts

• Rate of pay £12.70 per hour

• Training for Fire Warden position

• Opportunity to contribute to café development and customer satisfaction

• Supportive team environment and career growth opportunities

Qualifications:

• Disclosure check required (working with children)

• Experience in senior IC or relevant café role preferred

Job Data:

Why Join Us:
Become part of an award-winning attraction where your skills create memorable experiences, develop professionally, and make a difference to every visitor’s day.

Summary:
Barista Café Assistants at the National Space Centre prepare and serve food and drinks, maintain high café standards, and ensure an outstanding visitor experience in a busy, engaging environment.

Date: 13 January 2026