Matcha & Dessert Barista: Training & Growth

Initia International Pte. Ltd.; Santo Niño 1st; On-site; PHP 1,754,000 - 1,894,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training in specialty coffee

Career growth opportunities

Modern dessert-coffee environment

Staff meals or discounts

Job summary

INITIA GROUP operates a Korean-inspired matcha-tea house and dessert concept, seeking an Entry-level Barista (Matcha & Dessert Specialist) to prepare and serve high-quality beverages, gelato, and desserts while delivering friendly service.

The role supports daily operations, ensures beverage quality, cleanliness, and a great customer experience in a fast-paced setting. Training provided; visa eligibility for Singapore required.

Qualifications

• Barista or café experienced preferred (training provided)
• Experience in gelato, dessert, or specialty beverage concepts is an advantage
• Friendly, outgoing, and committed to outstanding customer service.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Food hygiene certification is an advantage
• Applicants must have the appropriate eligibility to work in Singapore. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve matcha-based beverages, including hot and iced matcha drinks, according to established recipes and standards.
• Prepare and serve matcha and tea-based beverages, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
• Prepare and serve matcha and tea drinks, including appropriate portioning and presentation.
• Recommend matcha, tea, and dessert options based on customer preferences.
• Explain menu items, ingredients, flavours, and preparation methods to customers when required.
• Operate and maintain coffee machines, grinders, matcha preparation equipment, and other beverage equipment properly.
• Follow standard recipes and preparation procedures to maintain consistency in taste, quality, and presentation.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, labelling, and rotation of ingredients and products.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the bar, beverage preparation area, equipment, utensils, and customer-facing areas.
• Monitor stock levels and report replenishment needs.
• Take customer orders accurately and operate the POS/cashier system.
• Provide friendly, professional, and efficient customer service throughout the customer journey.
• Support opening and closing duties, including station setup, cleaning, equipment checks, and replenishment.
• Work closely with the service team to ensure smooth and timely order fulfilment.
• Assist with promotional activities, new product launches, tastings, and seasonal menu offerings when required.
• Follow workplace safety, food hygiene, and operational SOPs at all times.

Skills

Barista/Café experience

Customer service orientation

Fast-paced environment

Education

Food hygiene certification (advantage)

Job description

INITIA GROUP operates a Korean-inspired matcha-tea house and dessert concept, seeking an Entry-level Barista (Matcha & Dessert Specialist) to prepare and serve high-quality beverages, gelato, and desserts while delivering friendly service.

The role supports daily operations, ensures beverage quality, cleanliness, and a great customer experience in a fast-paced setting. Training provided; visa eligibility for Singapore required.