BARISTA CUM BISTRO MANAGER

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable Mon-Fri schedule

Weekends off

In-house bistro environment

Counter service only

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking a Barista cum Bistro Manager to create a pleasant dining and coffee experience for staff, overseeing daily bistro operations and coordinating supplies. The role emphasizes counter service, catering support, and maintaining high standards in a biodegradable serviceware environment.

The position involves preparing beverages, managing inventory, coordinating with kitchen staff, and ensuring excellent customer service in a fast-paced in-house bistro setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a barista, café supervisor, or bistro manager.
• Strong organisational, communication and multitasking abilities.
• Able to work independently and take ownership of daily operations.
• Reliable and service-oriented with a positive attitude.
• Comfortable with hands-on work including counter service and catering support.
• Basic stock control and ordering experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented in fast-paced environments.
• Passionate about quality beverages and welcoming customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, tea and other beverages to high standards.
• Provide friendly counter service; no table service.
• Oversee daily bistro operations for smooth service.
• Manage inventory and place orders for supplies.
• Coordinate with kitchen for food orders and menu availability.
• Handle cashier duties and daily sales reports.
• Assist with setup and cleanup of catering events.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and food safety.
• Ensure biodegradable serviceware is used and managed.
• Respond to staff inquiries with warm, professional service.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independent worker

Customer service

Attention to detail

F&B operations

Inventory management

Job description

About the role

As our Barista cum Bistro Manager, you will play a key role in creating a pleasant dining and coffee experience for staff while ensuring the bistro operates smoothly and efficiently each day. You will be involved in everything from preparing quality beverages and managing counter service to coordinating supplies, supporting catering activities and maintaining high standards across the bistro. The bistro operates with counter service only, with no table service required. All beverages are served in biodegradable disposable cups and containers, resulting in minimal washing and dishwashing duties.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, tea and other beverages to a consistently high standard.
• Provide friendly and efficient counter service; no table service is required.
• Oversee the bistro's daily operations, ensuring smooth, efficient and welcoming service.
• Manage inventory, monitor stock levels and place timely orders for food, beverages and operating supplies.
• Liaise with kitchen staff to coordinate food orders, menu availability and daily operations.
• Handle cashier duties, process payments accurately and prepare daily sales reports.
• Coordinate and assist with the setup, service and cleanup of in-house tea receptions and occasional buffet catering events.
• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety throughout the bistro.
• Ensure biodegradable disposable beverage cups, containers and related service items are used and managed appropriately.
• Respond to staff enquiries and provide warm, professional and efficient service.

About you

• Previous experience as a barista, café supervisor, bistro manager or in food and beverage operations is necessary.
• Strong organisational, communication and multitasking skills.
• Able to work independently, take initiative and take ownership of daily operations.
• Dependable and service-oriented, with a positive attitude.
• Comfortable with hands-on work, including counter service, event setup, catering support and general bistro duties.
• Basic experience in inventory management, stock control and ordering is preferred.
• Able to work confidently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Passionate about preparing quality beverages and creating a welcoming experience for customers.
• Comfortable working in an operation that uses biodegradable disposable beverage serviceware and requires minimal washing.

Benefits

• Stable Monday-to-Friday work schedule.
• Weekends and public holidays off.
• Work in a friendly, staff-focused in-house bistro environment.
• Counter service only, with no table service responsibilities.
• Minimal washing duties, as beverages are served in biodegradable disposable cups and containers.
• Take ownership of the bistro's daily operations and make a visible impact.
• Varied role that combines barista skills, customer service and operations management.