Barista

AWJ; Dubai; On-site; AED 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Annual leave

Training and development

Team activities and social events

Diverse, inclusive environment

Job summary

Kitopi is seeking a passionate Barista to join our team in Dubai. You will prepare and serve coffee and specialty beverages, ensuring consistent quality and presentation while maintaining cleanliness and equipment reliability.

Join a diverse, international environment with opportunities for growth, extensive training, and a focus on delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced café setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Barista is preferred.
• Knowledge of coffee brewing techniques and latte art is a plus.
• Friendly, positive attitude with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee and specialty beverages (espresso, cappuccino, latte, etc.).
• Ensure consistent quality and presentation of drinks.
• Operate coffee machines and maintain equipment cleanliness.

Skills

Coffee brewing

Latte art

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Espresso machines

Job description

Job Description:

Kitopi is the region's leading creator and partner for magical food experiences. With a purpose to satisfy the world’s appetite to create joy, Kitopi operates a portfolio of both invested and franchised F&B brands, serving as enablers in the industry by helping brands grow and scale in both the delivery and dine-in spaces. Launched in Dubai, UAE, in January 2018, Kitopi has grown to become one of the greatest success stories in the food tech space. Kitopi’s kitchens are powered by its proprietary Smart Kitchen Operating System (SKOS) - an in-house suite of applications that optimizes cloud kitchen operations in real time. With over 6,000 employees, Kitopi currently operates 200+ locations across the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar.

We are looking for a passionate and energetic Barista to join our team!

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee and specialty beverages (espresso, cappuccino, latte, etc.).
• Ensure consistent quality and presentation of drinks.
• Operate coffee machines and maintain equipment cleanliness.
• Provide excellent customer service and handle orders efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar area and follow hygiene standards.
• Assist with inventory and stock control when needed.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Barista is preferred.
• Knowledge of coffee brewing techniques and latte art is a plus.
• Friendly, positive attitude with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible with working shifts.

Benefits

• Extensive learning opportunities with hard and soft skill training to help you improve and challenge yourself.
• Be involved in customized trainings.
• Have the chance to work in an international, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Become part of one of the most caring communities out there.
• The famous team activities and social events bursting with fun.
• Annual leave as per the company policy.
• Medical Insurance covering all necessary services.
• Yearly get-together for our Frontliner Champions.

So, what does it really mean to work at Kitopi?

We are constantly striving to make Kitopi the best place to work, by empowering you to be the best version of yourself every day. Our company values act as our guiding principles to help ensure that everyone feels safe, included, and like they truly belong. Kitopi is an equal-opportunity employer. While we currently operate in multiple countries, we are over 70 different nationalities of talented Kitopians. Whether you are a seasoned professional, a recent graduate, or someone looking to return to the workforce after a break, we encourage you to apply. We celebrate rich diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures and have a 0-tolerance policy towards racism, bigotry, and hate. Please apply if you see a position that makes your heart skip a beat and help us build a company that we are all proud to work for.

Customer-obsessed and tech-enabled, at Kitopi, we are a team of passionate humans who are on a mission together to satisfy the world’s appetite and create joy