at High Ground
High Ground - Islington
A mangers position has become available in Islington.
The position doesn’t appear often, please read on for full details..
The shop
Situated on Upper Street, Islington our shop is full of character and close to Angel and Highbury & Islington tube stations.
We have a reputation for quality of product and service in a relaxed setting
Celebrating the generosity that the natural landscape provides - we are a speciality coffee shop, also offering a fantastic range of wine.
We work exclusively with dedicated smaller artisan producers and roasters
In 2024 we began roasting our main coffee supply, we will be expanding with additional retail coffee
Our focus is on serving the most delicious coffee. Showcasing and working with a small selection of the best roasters in rotation.
Two nights a week we open later, for our customers to relax and enjoy a glass or two of wine from our carefully curated wine selection. Evenings are led by by our two wine specialists
You will be able to learn more about wine from them
What’s on offer for you?
The opportunity to run the shop as your own, with the same level of commitment. With full support and in line with our guidelines and targets
You will lead a small team to deliver great customer service and offer consistently high quality brews.
The opportunity to work in a well kitted out shop, in a friendly neighbourhood
You’ll work on our Kees Van Der Westen Spirit espresso machine with Mahlkonig E80 grinders.
Be part of a small, friendly and sociable team with team building opportunities.
Competitive pay rate based with the standard 28 days fully paid holidays
The right person for us
Reliable, punctual and professional
A person with significant experience in specialty coffee and a high level of coffee skill. This will help you manage, develop and guide the team.
You will be happy to learn our methods of service
Possess a positive spirit and a friendly approach
Able to maintain a good level of general housekeeping within the shop
Experience with pour over fresh filter brews and good product knowledge, to help customers with their retail purchases.
Pay rate
The range of our pay offer, naturally depends on experience and achieving managers targets.
With these targets met, we are very happy to offer a pay rate that is competitive and at the top end for a managers position.
To apply
Please drop us a line attaching your CV. A cover letter is always a bonus
Upper Street, Islington
