Barista/Logistics Coordinator

GluCare; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Dubai is seeking a Patient Affairs Specialist to manage supply operations and enhance patient interactions. This role focuses on logistics coordination, vendor management, and ensuring a well-maintained environment to support patient care. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in hospitality, logistical support, and excellent communication skills. A flexible attitude towards working hours is necessary to accommodate clinic needs.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience as a barista or in a hospitality role, ideally in healthcare.
• Experience in logistics, inventory, or administrative coordination is a plus.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory management across clinical and administrative areas.
• Coordinate with vendors for timely delivery and service quality.
• Support internal events with logistical arrangements.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to prepare diabetic-friendly drinks

Customer service orientation

Basic understanding of dietary needs

Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Barista training or certification

Job description

Description

Location: Grove Mall Al Barsha 2 Dubai UAE

About GluCare

GluCare Integrated Diabetes Center is a tech‑driven patient‑centric healthcare provider revolutionizing diabetes and chronic disease management. Our approach integrates digital health, AI‑driven care and personalized treatment plans ensuring an exceptional patient experience. To support our commitment to excellence in patient care we are looking for a Patient Affairs Specialist to manage front‑desk operations, enhance patient interactions, support CRM management and streamline administrative processes.

Job Summary

The Logistics Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing the smooth operation of supplies, vendor coordination and basic facility management tasks to support patient care and clinic operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring a well‑maintained environment aligned with GluCare’s integrated care. The coordinator will assist in events, service logistics and operational readiness while ensuring flexibility in working hours and responsiveness during urgent situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage inventory levels across clinical, café and administrative areas; request and track restocking of supplies and consumables as needed.
• Receive, unpack, verify and properly store incoming supplies and shipments.
• Maintain organized records of supply usage, purchase requests and delivery documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors for routine and ad‑hoc service requirements ensuring timely delivery and quality of goods or services.
• Ensure on‑site presence during maintenance visits, service work or installations to oversee completion and communicate issues to relevant teams.
• Provide coverage for logistics operations during absences or emergency situations to ensure continuity.
• Support internal events, workshops or wellness sessions with logistical arrangements and material setup.
• Liaise with emergency services or contractors when facility‑related incidents arise, demonstrating an understanding of basic facility and building management protocols.
• Follow and support all clinic policies on infection control safety standards and operational protocols.

Facilities & Operational Support

• Assist with minor facility coordination including reporting maintenance needs and following up on work orders.
• Work collaboratively with housekeeping, IT and administrative teams to ensure operational efficiency across departments.
• Support the delivery and setup of medical or non‑medical equipment as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and order within storage and logistics areas.

Understand and support clinic infection control programs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; barista training or certification is a plus.
• 12 years of experience as a barista or in a hospitality role preferably in healthcare or wellness.
• Knowledge of food safety, cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Experience in logistics, inventory or administrative coordination is a plus.
• Ability to prepare a range of beverages including diabetic‑friendly and wellness‑focused drinks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Friendly, patient‑focused attitude with attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of dietary needs for people with diabetes is a plus.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Additional Requirements

• Must be flexible with working hours and shift rotations including occasional weekends or extended hours based on clinic needs.
• Able to multitask, prioritize duties and respond promptly to urgent logistical matters.
• Demonstrates initiative, reliability and a service‑oriented mindset in a dynamic healthcare environment.