Booksellers & Baristas Needed!

An opportunity to work as part of the team as we open our exciting new venture- the Poetry Pharmacy @Lush Oxford Street 

Job description

We are seeking to recruit two part time and one full-time bookseller for the new Poetry Pharmacy inside Lush on Oxford Street, opening June 1st

Essential 

• a passion for books and reading, particularly poetry

• the ability to talk easily with customers

• a flair for customer service

• hard-working 

Like to have 

Previous bookselling experience, ideally with working knowledge of Gardlink stock control systems, although training will be provided

• Happy to assist in our coffee shop from time to time

• Ability to work flexible shifts

• Host author events 

• Comfortable using social media to help promote the business

• Must be available to start work for training from May 27th

To apply, please submit the following:

•  your up-to-date CV

•  hours available for work

•  a short explanation of why you think you'd be a good fit for the Poetry Pharmacy

(Applications submitted without these additional materials will not be considered).

Benefits:

Salary: £13.15  per hour (over 21)

Employee discount on books, non-book products & coffee shop

Lush staff discount

Be part of an exciting new bookshop in the heart of London and its growing business, with opportunities to attend events or job swap at our original shop in Shropshire

Send your application to Deb Alma at djralma@poetrypharmacy.co.uk

Interview dates will be 29th & 30th April in central London

Applications now closed

An opportunity to work as part of the team as we open our exciting new venture- the Poetry Pharmacy @Lush Oxford Street 

Job description

We are seeking to recruit 2 part time and one full-time baristas for the new Poetry Pharmacy inside Lush on Oxford Street, opening June 1st

We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals to work in our Dispensary Coffee Shop as part of the new Poetry Pharmacy bookshop situated within Lush on Oxford Street.  You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the coffee shop.

Responsibilities include:

• Excellent customer service at all times

• Ordering of goods and ingredients

• Preparing fresh baked goods daily

• Opening up and closing down

• Ensuring the store operates safely following all Food Hygiene standards 

Essential 

• Experience: Hospitality and barista training

• Grinding and brewing coffee

• To consistently provide well-crafted, beautifully presented, and tasty beverages

• The ability to work flexible hours and shifts which may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and Bank Holidays

• Contributing to a positive and friendly work environment

• Must be available to start work for training from May 27th

Like to have

• An interest in poetry

• Creative ideas for developing the business

To apply, please submit the following:

•  your up-to-date CV

•  hours available for work

•  a short explanation of why you think you'd be a good fit for the Poetry Pharmacy

(Applications submitted without these additional materials will not be considered).

Benefits:

Salary: £13.15 per hour. (over 21) 

Employee discount on books, non-book products & coffee shop 

Lush staff discount

Be part of an exciting new bookshop in the heart of London and our growing business

Send your application to Deb Alma at djralma@poetrypharmacy.co.uk

Interview dates will be 29th & 30th April in central London.

Closing date extended to April 24th for this position