Barista

The Lana, Dubai - Dorchester Collection; Dubai; On-site; AED 44,640 - 80,352; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

World-class development opportunities

Meal on duty

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Flight allowance every 24 months

Uniform provided with laundry

Job summary

The Lana, Dorchester Collection Dubai, is seeking a skilled Barista to join its Luxury F&B team in Dubai. You will craft specialty coffees, mentor the restaurant crew, and elevate guest experiences with expert beverage service.

Requires 2–3 years of professional barista experience and advanced certifications. Enjoy world-class development, staff meals, medical coverage, and a dynamic, hospitality-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of professional barista experience in a luxury hotel, resort, or high-end cafe.
• Advanced barista certifications preferred.
• Deep knowledge of global coffee origins, roasting profiles, milk chemistry, and latte art.

Responsibilities

• You’ll manage day-to-day beverage operations for the F&B outlet to deliver the best guest experience.
• Contribute to creating and maintaining the hotel’s beverage menu with emphasis on hot beverages and specialty coffees.
• Train and mentor the service team on coffee knowledge to assist guests effectively.
• Design and curate the hotel’s bespoke beverage menus with a focus on specialty coffees and rare teas.
• Lead and inspire the service team, ensuring high standards and latte art proficiency.
• Coordinate daily pre-service briefings and collaborate with other departments for flawless presentation.

Skills

Barista experience

Coffee expertise

Leadership

Education

Advanced barista certifications

Tools

Espresso machines

Beverage menu design

Job description

Position Overview

We are not just a collection of hotels, but instead a talented community. A family with a shared passion and commitment to, unapologetically, love and breathe who we are every day. An eclectic grouping who really care about each other and our guests; where belonging transcends all else. We do this with a backdrop of extraordinary hotels, steeped in history, glamour and stories, which provide the perfect stage for our people – our Legends – to live our vision –Treasured by Guests, Cherished by Employees, Celebrated Worldwide.

Hotel

The Lana

Division & Department

Food & Beverage - Restaurant

Job Title

Barista

Contract Type

Permanent

Status

Full time

Position Overview

We are not just a collection of hotels, but instead a talented community. A family with a shared passion and commitment to, unapologetically, love and breathe who we are every day. An eclectic grouping who really care about each other and our guests; where belonging transcends all else. We do this with a backdrop of extraordinary hotels, steeped in history, glamour and stories, which provide the perfect stage for our people – our Legends – to live our vision –Treasured by Guests, Cherished by Employees, Celebrated Worldwide. Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity. When submitting your application, please let us know if you require any special accommodations during the interview process. We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Barista you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You’ll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award-winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story.

What You'll Get

As a Barista at The Lana, Dorchester Collection Dubai here are just some of the great benefits you will receive:

• Competitive Salary Package
• World-class Development Opportunities
• Complimentary stays with breakfast included in our sister Dorchester Collection hotels.
• 50% off at bars and restaurants within all of our sister Dorchester Collection hotels
• Meals on Duty
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flight Allowance every 24 months
• Shared Company Accommodation
• Company provided transportation to and from work
• Uniform provided by the Company with complimentary laundry
• Service Charge

What You'll Do

You’ll love what you do and take pride in delighting our guests:

• You will be responsible for the day-to-day beverage operations of the F&B outlet to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
• Beverages are your passion, you will assist with creating and maintaining the beverage menu’s our hotel will offer, exceeding our guests' expectations every time with a focus on hot beverages including coffees, tea’s and others.
• You will also be in charge of training and mentoring the entire restaurant team with a focus on coffee’s, ensuring their knowledge is second to none and they are able to assist our guests in the best possible way.
• Coffee and artisanal beverages are your passion; you will design and curate the hotel's bespoke beverage menus, consistently exceeding expectations with a master focus on specialty coffees, rare teas, and custom infusions.
• You are an expert on global coffee trends, continuously innovating with unique brewing methods and bean origins to ensure our program remains at the absolute pinnacle of international hospitality.
• You will lead the training and mentorship of the entire service team, elevating their coffee knowledge and latte art skills to a level that is second to none.
• By leading and engaging in daily pre-service briefings, you stay fully aligned with the guests' arrivals and upcoming bespoke services.
• You seamlessly collaborate with supporting departments to ensure the immaculate presentation and flawless maintenance of your area.
• In partnership with your service colleagues, you guarantee an uncompromising standard of beverage preparation, sophisticated presentation, and quality control.
• Our values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us each and every day. As a Barista, you’ll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.
• In collaboration with your service team, you ensure fantastic quality of beverage preparation, presentation and beverage inventory control.

The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Barista, but we’ll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel.

What You'll Bring

• You’ll bring your unique personality and passion to the role and the team with your can-do spirit and a positive attitude at all times.
• A minimum of 2–3 years of professional barista experience within a five-star hotel, luxury resort, or high-end specialty coffee boutique.
• Advanced barista certifications from recognized bodies, are highly preferred.
• Deep, specialized knowledge of global coffee origins, roasting profiles, bean extraction, milk chemistry, and advanced latte art.
• Proven leadership skills with experience training, mentoring, and inspiring a service team to achieve coffee excellence.
• Strong commercial awareness with an understanding of inventory management, beverage cost controls, and revenue-driving strategies.

Position location

Job Location

United Arab Emirates

Location

Dubai