Lead Barista & Shift Leader – Utrecht

wakuli; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Wakuli in Utrecht is seeking a Lead Barista who will be behind the bar, welcoming guests, brewing coffee, and sharing the Wakuli story. The role includes extra responsibilities such as acting as shift lead, rostering, training, and stock management.

The position requires at least 2 years in retail or hospitality, fluency in English (Dutch preferred), and a commitment of at least 24 hours weekly, including one weekend shift.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in retail or hospitality.
• Fluent in English and preferably Dutch.
• Willingness to learn about specialty coffee.
• Excellent communication skills and emotional intelligence.
• Available minimum 24 hours per week (4–5 shifts) including weekends.
• Monday mornings and monthly count availability is a must.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests, brew coffee, share Wakuli story, and keep the store clean.
• Act as shift lead; assign daily tasks and solve floor issues.
• Build and maintain the weekly roster for the store.
• Train new baristas on service standards and coffee quality.
• Monitor stock levels and place weekly orders with manager approval.
• Uphold HACCP hygiene and safety standards in-store.

Skills

Retail or hospitality experience

Fluent in English

Dutch knowledge

Job description

Wakuli in Utrecht is seeking a Lead Barista who will be behind the bar, welcoming guests, brewing coffee, and sharing the Wakuli story. The role includes extra responsibilities such as acting as shift lead, rostering, training, and stock management.

The position requires at least 2 years in retail or hospitality, fluency in English (Dutch preferred), and a commitment of at least 24 hours weekly, including one weekend shift.