Head Barista

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local café-bar in Singapore is seeking an experienced Head Barista to lead and manage the barista team. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of barista experience, strong leadership qualities, and a passion for delivering exceptional beverages. This is a hands-on role that involves training staff and maintaining high standards in service quality. Flexible shifts including weekends and public holidays will be required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of barista experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Skilled in espresso extraction, milk steaming, latte art, and matcha-based drinks.
• Calm and clear communicator, especially during busy service.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily coffee bar operations with a focus on consistency, speed, and quality.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for espresso, milk, filter brewing, and matcha drinks.
• Train, guide, and motivate baristas to achieve high standards of product and service.

Skills

Espresso extraction

Milk steaming

Latte art

Matcha-based drinks

Leadership presence

Communication

Job description

About the Concept

We are an all-day lifestyle café-bar located in the heart of Raffles Place, offering reimagined local comfort food, specialty coffee, matcha creations, and a lively evening cocktail scene. As we grow, we’re looking for a talented and confident Head Barista to take charge of our coffee and matcha program — someone who can lead by example and inspire a high-performing barista team.

Role Overview

As Head Barista, you will lead and manage the full barista team, uphold beverage quality and service consistency, and help shape a beverage program that reflects both creativity and care. You’ll be hands‑on in day-to-day operations, while also setting the tone for team culture, training, and professional standards. This role requires strong leadership qualities, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering great guest experiences through coffee and matcha.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily coffee bar operations with a focus on consistency, speed, and quality
• Develop and maintain SOPs for espresso, milk, filter brewing, and matcha drinks
• Create and roll out seasonal coffee and matcha-based beverages
• Train, guide, and motivate baristas to achieve high standards of product and service
• Ensure smooth team workflow during high-volume service periods
• Manage equipment calibration and minor maintenance
• Handle inventory, ordering, and supplier communications
• Uphold hygiene, cleanliness, and safety standards across the bar

Requirements

• 3–5 years of barista experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role
• Skilled in espresso extraction, milk steaming, latte art, and matcha-based drinks
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to guide, correct, and encourage team performance
• Experience with drink development and SOP implementation
• Calm and clear communicator, especially during busy service
• Team player with a proactive and professional attitude
• Available for weekends, public holidays, and flexible shifts