The Whistleblower is a multifunctional building created by Web Summit’s founder & CEO, Paddy Cosgrave, spanning the four floors on 30 South Anne Street with a curated bookshop & café, versatile event spaces, workspace and reading rooms.

We are looking for a part-time Barista & Bookshop Assistant, who will be the face of the ground-floor coffee dock & bookshop. One moment you might be dialling in the espresso machine; the next, you could be helping a visitor find a political memoir. You are a conversationalist, a literature enthusiast, and a hospitality professional rolled into one.

Responsibilities

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Coffee & hospitality

Prepare and serve premium coffee and beverages to an exacting standard
Maintain a clean, inviting environment that encourages visitors to linger and read
Manage café inventory, ensuring milk and beans are stocked and fresh
Adhere to all food safety and HACCP standards

Bookshop & retail support

Provide knowledgeable recommendations across our curated selection of books, magazines, and periodicals
Process sales through the POS system for both the café and the bookshop
Assist in merchandising, shelf-stocking, and ensuring the "aesthetic" of the retail space remains world-class

Community & events

Act as a host for the building, greeting members using the workspace and reading rooms.
Assist the General Manager in the rapid "flip" of spaces—moving furniture or setting up AV for evening events and meetups.
Engage with our community of tech, cultural, and civic leaders with professional and "informed" hospitality.

Who you are

You have a natural curiosity about the world. You’re likely a reader of news, technology, or literature and can hold a brief, engaging conversation on these topics with our visitors
You have at least 1–2 years of experience in a speciality coffee environment. You understand grind profiles, milk chemistry, and workflow efficiency
You aren't bothered by a changing environment
You understand the unique energy of the South Anne Street/Grafton Street area and enjoy being part of Dublin’s cultural fabric

Requirements

Proven experience as a Barista (Speciality coffee experience is a significant plus)
Previous experience in retail, ideally in a bookstore or gallery setting
Excellent communication skills and a "guest-first" mindset
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and occasional evenings for events
Comfort using modern iPad-based POS and booking systems

Perks

Competitive hourly rate
Opportunity to work in one of Dublin’s most unique and high-profile spaces
Working within the broader Web Summit ecosystem and network

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Barista & Bookshop Assistant – The Whistleblower

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