Café Barista (Full Time) – Waterstones

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Café Barista (Full Time) - Waterstones

Waterstones Southampton, at the end of Westquay Shopping Centre, is recruiting full-time baristas to join the team at Cafe W, its in-store café.

Cafe W is an important part of the bookshop, offering coffee, tea, cake and lunch with views of the medieval city walls and a locally sourced menu. The café team is made up of friendly baristas who love coffee and tea as much as they love books.

Waterstones is looking for candidates who want to join the team for the long term, in a full-time role. Experience in customer service or hospitality would be an advantage, as would a passion for books.

How to apply: Applicants should speak to the store manager in person at Waterstones, Westquay Shopping Centre, Western Esplanade, SO15 1QE. Further vacancies are listed at waterstones.com/careers.

About the company

Waterstones has been bookselling across the UK and Ireland since 1982 and trades from more than 300 locations. It welcomes applicants of any background, education or age who love books, and new starters join a comprehensive training programme, with accelerated progression for outstanding colleagues.

Location: Westquay Shopping Centre, Southampton, SO15 1QE

CLOSING DATE: 30 November 2026

Please note: This closing date may be an estimate. If you are interested in this role, apply as soon as possible. This role may be closed before the date listed here.