Luxury Barista: Elevate Guest Coffee Experience

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi invites a skilled Barista to join our luxury, five-star outlet. You will maintain the coffee station to high standards, greet guests warmly, take orders accurately, and prepare espresso-based beverages to our recipes.

Candidates should have previous barista experience in premium hospitality, strong English, and knowledge of coffee beverages. The position offers professional growth within a renowned hotel and a dynamic service environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Barista in a luxury hotel, 5-star hotel, premium café, restaurant, or high-end hospitality environment is preferred.
• Professional barista training or certification is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of espresso preparation, coffee beans, brewing methods, and beverage presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Good command of English; additional languages are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly and provide professional, personalized service at all times.
• Take beverage orders accurately and ensure timely preparation and delivery.
• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of coffee, tea, beverages, and menu offerings.
• Recommend beverages based on guests' preferences and provide appropriate product information.
• Anticipate guest needs and respond promptly to requests and special requirements.
• Handle guest feedback and complaints professionally, escalating concerns to the supervisor or manager when required.
• Maintain a positive, friendly, and professional attitude throughout the guest experience.
• Prepare espresso, cappuccino, latte, Americano, mocha, and other specialty coffee beverages according to established recipes and standards.
• Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages, including teas, juices, smoothies, and specialty drinks as required.
• Operate espresso machines, coffee grinders, blenders, and other beverage equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure correct coffee grinding, extraction, milk steaming, temperature, presentation, and portion control.
• Maintain consistency in beverage quality, taste, temperature, and presentation.
• Prepare beverages according to individual guest preferences whenever possible.
• Set up and maintain the coffee station before, during, and after service.
• Ensure all equipment, utensils, glassware, crockery, and service items are clean and properly maintained.
• Monitor stock levels of coffee beans, milk, syrups, tea, and other beverage ingredients.
• Report shortages, wastage, equipment issues, and maintenance requirements to the supervisor.

Skills

Barista Skills

Espresso Knowledge

Hospitality Experience

English Proficiency

Food Safety

Tools

Espresso Machines

Job description

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi invites a skilled Barista to join our luxury, five-star outlet. You will maintain the coffee station to high standards, greet guests warmly, take orders accurately, and prepare espresso-based beverages to our recipes.

Candidates should have previous barista experience in premium hospitality, strong English, and knowledge of coffee beverages. The position offers professional growth within a renowned hotel and a dynamic service environment.