Meet The Team

  • Amina Hussein

    I'm Amina, a local Barking Riverside resident and community organiser. I love all things people hence joining this co-operative business. I'm a mum of two children who have now grown up, giving me time to pursue my passions.

  • Eli Sidiqi

    Hi I’m Eli & I love coffee + cats!

  • isalina ferreira

    I’m Isalina, a coffee lover working with and for people, all together has been my job but also an enormous pleasure through all my life. Always with a smile!

  • Jamilah hussein

    I’m Jamilah. A local Barking Riverside resident who moved to London a few years ago. I enjoy interacting with new people and working at grounded.

  • katy clarke

    Hello! I’m Katy - I have two young wonderful children, when I am not playing with them I love to practise yoga! I also teach yoga at The Rivergate Centre. My family are from Barking and my sister works in the cafe too. I love working in the cafe and being part of this fantastic community! ❤️

  • Nich o'connor

    I'm Nich, a local resident, a lover of nature, and a coffee entusiast. I enjoy getting to know all the residents and regulars, creating a community in BR.

  • Sakina Mohamed Ali

    I’m Sakina & I’ve just moved to Barking. I have really connected with my local community, made friends & learnt a lot about coffee & running a co-operative.

  • Sophie Harris-Greenslade

    I’m Sophie. My Grandad has lived in Barking for 50 years and I’m happy to now be part of this wonderful community myself. I’m passionate about art, the environment, gardening and of course coffee!

  • Susanna Wilson

    I’m Su and moved to the Barking and Dagenham area a few years ago and love being part of this vibrant community.