Purpose of The Role

As a Barista Trainer at Origin, you will be instrumental in shaping coffee excellence across our omni-channel business. Through expert training and mentorship, you will empower baristas, wholesale customers, and hospitality partners to reach their full potential and deliver outstanding coffee experiences.

From leading Speciality Coffee Association (SCA) courses to coaching baristas for competitions, you will foster learning, community, and quality, strengthening Origin’s reputation as a leader in speciality coffee education.

What You’ll Do

Barista Training & Development

• Deliver Foundation, Intermediate, and Professional-level training in Barista Skills, Sensory, Brewing, and Technical at Origin’s training locations for both wholesale and retail baristas.
• Conduct monthly SCA educational sessions and guide participants through certification programs.
• Mentor baristas, encouraging them to develop their craft and pursue competitions.
• Provide on-site coaching for wholesale customers, ensuring their teams maintain exceptional coffee quality.
• Support Wholesale Managers in coffee tastings to reinforce quality consistency.

Coffee Quality & Standards

• Conduct quality control checks at Origin’s retail sites, ensuring high standards in brewing.
• Collaborate with retail teams to enhance brewing techniques and customer experience.
• Curate seasonal feature coffee recipes, inspiring home brewers and wholesale partners.

Coffee Competitions & Industry Engagement

• Coach and support baristas preparing for industry competitions.
• Organise internal competitions to nurture talent and celebrate excellence.

Events, Tastings & Community Engagement

• Plan and host coffee events at customer locations and the roastery.
• Lead roastery tours, introducing visitors to Origin’s ethos and craft.
• Partner with the Director of Coffee to deliver monthly tasting sessions for wholesale and retail partners.
• Conduct coffee tastings for retail and hospitality clients, including prestigious locations such as Gleneagles, Claridge’s, and Ennismore Group properties across Europe.

What You’ll Bring

Skills & Experience

• Proven expertise in barista training, including delivery of structured courses.
• SCA-qualified, with experience in SCA education programs.
• A background as a Head Barista or similar role, looking for career progression in speciality coffee education.
• Strong coaching and communication skills, with a passion for empowering others.
• Commercial awareness, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to business growth.
• A collaborative mindset, thriving in a team-driven environment.

Values & Mindset

• A natural ambassador for speciality coffee, passionate about education and innovation.
• A belief in connection, collaboration, and career development in the coffee industry.
• A commitment to excellence, whether delivering training, hosting events, or supporting competitions.
• A drive to foster community, sustainability, and creativity.