Barista

MIJ HUB LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A quality café in Singapore is looking for a passionate Barista to join their team. You will prepare high-quality beverages, educate customers about the menu, and foster a welcoming environment. Ideal candidates will have excellent customer service skills and a love for coffee. Training provided for those with a passion for coffee-making.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Barista or in a similar role is preferred but not essential.
• Genuine passion for coffee culture and the art of coffee-making.
• Ability to engage with people.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beverages and food items to company standards.
• Build strong customer relationships.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the café.

Skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of brewing equipment

Interpersonal and communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility in working shifts

Job description

About Komunal

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Barista to join Komunal Café, an inclusive specialty coffee space that serves quality beverages and creates a welcoming environment for all. From handcrafted filter brews to espresso-based drinks, we offer a variety of hot and cold beverages alongside sweet and savoury bites.

As a Barista, you will be responsible for preparing and serving a variety of high-quality beverages, educating customers about our menu, recommending drinks based on individual preferences, and introducing featured or seasonal offerings. You’ll also take and manage orders efficiently, ensuring a smooth and pleasant service flow. Most importantly, you will help create a warm, welcoming, and memorable experience for every guest who walks through our doors.

About the role

To succeed in this role, you should have excellent customer service skills, a good understanding of brewing equipment, and the ability to work flexible shifts. If you’re passionate about coffee, enjoy connecting with people, and take pride in creating a positive, inclusive café environment — we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of all food and beverage offerings at the café.
  
• Prepare beverages and food items in accordance with company standards, ensuring consistency in taste, quality, and presentation.
  
• Build strong customer relationships to enhance the overall café experience.
  
• Recommend menu items or merchandise based on customer preferences, including featured or seasonal offerings.
  
• Maintain the cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene of the café, including the workstations and equipment, in line with food safety standards.
  
• Perform regular maintenance and care of coffee machines and brewing equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
  
• Manage café inventory, including stock checks, replenishment, and handling deliveries.
  
• Accurately operate the point-of-sale system and process customer transactions efficiently.
  
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth café operations and share ideas to improve customer experience.
  
• Support café operations across roles and assist with other duties as needed by management.
  
• Uphold consistency and quality in every cup of coffee served.
  
• Possess foundational knowledge of coffee origins, grind sizes, brewing methods, and latte art pouring.
  

Requirements and skills

• Prior experience as a Barista or in a similar role is preferred but not essential – comprehensive training will be provided.
• Genuine passion for coffee culture and the art of coffee-making.
• Enjoys engaging with people and has a strong desire to work in the service and hospitality industry.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Willingness and flexibility to work on shifts, including weekends and Public Holidays.