Lead Barista & Store Coach - Specialty Coffee

wakuli; 's-Hertogenbosch; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Wakuli in Den Bosch is hiring a Lead Barista to join our growing team. You will be behind the bar, greeting guests, brewing specialty coffee, and sharing the Wakuli story while keeping the store vibrant and clean.

Beyond bar duties, you will lead shifts, schedule rosters, train junior baristas, manage stock, and uphold HACCP standards. The role requires 2+ years in retail or hospitality, English fluency, and a passion for coffee.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in retail or hospitality.
• Fluent in English and preferably Dutch.
• Strong knowledge of, or willingness to quickly learn about specialty coffee.
• Excellent communication skills and emotional intelligence.
• Available minimum 24 hours per week (4-5 shifts) - including at least one shift on Saturday or Sunday.
• Monday morning and Monthly count availability is a must.

Responsibilities

• Behind the bar: welcome guests, brew coffee, share Wakuli story, keep store clean and energized.
• Act as shift lead: assign daily tasks and ensure completion, resolve minor issues and escalate when needed.
• Build and maintain the weekly roster for the store and ensure proper shift coverage.
• Train new baristas in service standards, coffee quality and Wakuli culture; provide regular feedback.
• Monitor stock levels and place weekly orders with store manager approval; assist with monthly inventory counts.
• Uphold HACCP hygiene and safety standards; maintain a clean, safe and compliant store environment.

Skills

Retail/Hospitality experience

English fluent

Dutch preferred

Specialty coffee knowledge

Communication skills

Emotional intelligence

24h per week availability

Monday morning availability

Job description

Wakuli in Den Bosch is hiring a Lead Barista to join our growing team. You will be behind the bar, greeting guests, brewing specialty coffee, and sharing the Wakuli story while keeping the store vibrant and clean.

Beyond bar duties, you will lead shifts, schedule rosters, train junior baristas, manage stock, and uphold HACCP standards. The role requires 2+ years in retail or hospitality, English fluency, and a passion for coffee.