Barista

Marker Cafe / MAV Cafe; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 33,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Marker Cafe / MAV Cafe in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia, seeks a dependable Barista to support daily cafe operations and represent our brands with care.

You will prepare espresso-based drinks, welcome guests, take orders, and maintain a clean counter while following safety and sanitation procedures. Arabic/English communication is a plus and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare espresso-based drinks and other cafe beverages accurately or willingness to learn established recipes.
• Customer service skills, including courteous communication, accurate order taking, and responding to guest requests.
• Familiarity with espresso machines, grinders, beverage tools, and point-of-sale systems, or ability to learn quickly.
• Knowledge of food safety, personal hygiene, and clean workstation practices.
• Attention to detail when following recipes, beverage presentation, and order checking.
• Ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, and work efficiently during busy service periods.
• Teamwork, reliability, punctuality, and readiness to follow procedures.
• Basic numeracy for cash handling; Arabic and English communication skills are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coffee, tea, and other beverages according to recipes, quality standards, and customer preferences.
• Welcome guests, explain menu options, take orders accurately, and provide friendly service.
• Operate espresso machines, grinders, POS equipment, and cafe tools safely.
• Maintain a clean, organized service counter and follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
• Restock ingredients, monitor freshness, and notify team when inventory is low.
• Coordinate with coworkers to manage busy service periods and resolve order issues promptly.
• Follow opening, closing, cash handling, and daily cleaning procedures as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Punctuality

Cash handling

Numeracy

English/Arabic communication

Tools

Espresso machines

Grinders

POS systems

Job description

Job Description

Marker Cafe / MAV Cafe, part of a growing food and beverage company in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia, serves specialty beverages and quality food across its cafe and restaurant concepts. We focus on consistent preparation, welcoming service, and enjoyable guest experiences. We are seeking a dependable Barista to support daily cafe operations and represent our brands with care.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare coffee, tea, and other menu beverages according to recipes, quality standards, and customer preferences.
• Welcome guests, explain menu options, take orders accurately, and provide friendly, efficient service.
• Operate espresso machines, grinders, point-of-sale equipment, and other cafe tools safely.
• Maintain a clean, organized service counter and follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
• Restock ingredients and supplies, monitor freshness, and notify the team when inventory is low.
• Coordinate with coworkers to manage busy service periods and resolve routine order issues promptly.
• Follow opening, closing, cash handling, and daily cleaning procedures as assigned.

This role is based at the Al Kharj location and works on site as part of the cafe operations team. A positive attitude, attention to detail, and commitment to consistent guest service are important.

Job Specification

• Ability to prepare espresso-based drinks and other cafe beverages consistently, or willingness to learn established recipes and methods.
• Customer service skills, including courteous communication, accurate order taking, and responding constructively to guest requests.
• Familiarity with espresso machines, grinders, beverage tools, and point-of-sale systems, or the ability to learn them quickly.
• Knowledge of food safety, personal hygiene, and clean workstation practices.
• Attention to detail when following recipes, managing beverage presentation, and checking orders.
• Ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, and work efficiently during busy service periods.
• Teamwork, reliability, punctuality, and readiness to follow operational procedures.
• Basic numeracy for cash handling and order transactions; Arabic and English communication skills are beneficial.