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
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
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.