Head Barista

ADC; Fahid Island; On-site; AED 25,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Head Barista for their café in Abu Dhabi Island. The ideal candidate will lead the coffee team, ensuring exceptional beverage preparation and outstanding customer service. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, training staff, and developing new coffee recipes. Passion for coffee and extensive experience in a similar role are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a barista, preferably in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of coffee preparation and equipment.
• Excellent team management and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for coffee and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train barista team members.
• Ensure quality and consistency of coffee and beverage preparation.
• Manage inventory, supplies, and equipment maintenance.
• Develop and introduce new coffee blends and recipes.
• Handle customer feedback and resolve issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Team management

Customer service

Coffee preparation

Job description

LocationAbu Dhabi Island And Internal Islands City

SpecialismFood Services / Catering / Chef

The Head Barista leads the coffee team in a café or hospitality setting, ensuring consistent high-quality beverage preparation and excellent customer service. They manage daily operations, train staff on brewing techniques and customer interaction, and maintain equipment and inventory. The role also involves developing new coffee recipes and ensuring compliance with hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and train barista team members
• Ensure quality and consistency of coffee and beverage preparation
• Manage inventory, supplies, and equipment maintenance
• Develop and introduce new coffee blends and recipes
• Handle customer feedback and resolve issues
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to health and safety regulations

Extensive experience as a barista, preferably in a leadership role

Strong knowledge of coffee preparation and equipment

Excellent team management and communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Passion for coffee and customer service