Waiter jobs in United Arab Emirates
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Job summary
A leading hospitality company in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Barista to prepare and serve beverages, engage with customers, and maintain the cleanliness of the café area. Ideal candidates have 1-2 years of experience, strong coffee knowledge, and excellent communication skills. A positive attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are required. Flexible scheduling is a must, as weekend and holiday shifts may be required.
Qualifications
- 1–2 years of experience in a barista or café service role.
- Strong knowledge of coffee preparation and equipment operation.
- Professional appearance and positive attitude.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve a variety of beverages following standardized recipes.
- Operate espresso machines and café equipment safely.
- Engage with guests in a friendly and professional manner.
- Monitor inventory and comply with hygiene and safety guidelines.
Skills
Education
- Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages, including specialty coffee drinks, teas, and smoothies, following standardized recipes.
- Operate espresso machines, grinders, blenders, and other café equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintain knowledge of coffee origins, brewing methods, and seasonal beverage offerings.
- Engage with guests in a friendly and professional manner, offering recommendations and upselling as appropriate.
- Ensure cleanliness and organization of the barista station, service areas, and seating zones.
- Monitor inventory of coffee, milk, syrups, and other supplies; inform supervisor of restocking needs.
- Comply with hygiene, health, and safety guidelines at all times.
- Handle cash, credit card, or room charge transactions accurately.
- Assist in training new team members on barista duties and service standards.
- Support other F&B service areas as needed during peak hours or special events.
- High school diploma or equivalent; barista training or certification is a plus.
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a barista or café service role.
- Strong knowledge of coffee preparation and equipment operation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
- Professional appearance and positive attitude.
- Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.
- Passion for coffee culture and customer service.
- Energetic, team‑oriented, and self‑motivated.
- Creative mindset with interest in beverage innovation.
- Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
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