Dubai Boutique Café Barista — Craft Coffee & Guest Experience

SO/ Uptown Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

SO/ Uptown Dubai is seeking a Barista to join its Dubai café team. You will deliver exceptional service, craft coffee beverages, and manage orders with accuracy in a fast-paced setting. The role emphasizes friendly interaction, product knowledge, and adherence to safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring strong English communication, reliability, and flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, and weekends while maintaining a polished appearance and teamwork mindset.

Qualifications

• Excellent English and interpersonal communication.
• F&B or retail experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of espresso machines and coffee equipment.
• Food safety certification or willingness to obtain UAE certification.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Cash handling and POS experience.
• Flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional, friendly service and create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Prepare and sell specialty coffee drinks per recipes.
• Handle end-to-end customer orders accurately.
• Provide personalized beverage recommendations.
• Maintain inventory of coffee beans and baked goods.
• Operate and maintain coffee equipment; coordinate repairs.
• Follow UAE health, safety, and food hygiene guidelines.
• Study processes to improve service quality and efficiency.
• Keep café appearance organized and inviting.
• Pursue training to expand coffee knowledge.
• Address customer requests and add value to interactions.
• Stay resilient during peak hours.
• Follow sustainability standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

English communication

Problem solving

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Team player

Multitasking

Cash handling

Flexibility

Resilience under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Espresso machines

Coffee equipment

Job description

SO/ Uptown Dubai is seeking a Barista to join its Dubai café team. You will deliver exceptional service, craft coffee beverages, and manage orders with accuracy in a fast-paced setting. The role emphasizes friendly interaction, product knowledge, and adherence to safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring strong English communication, reliability, and flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, and weekends while maintaining a polished appearance and teamwork mindset.