Matcha Tea Barista (Part-Time)

KYO MATCHA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

High-grade matcha

On-the-job training

Flexible scheduling

Tea education

Japanese-inspired service

Team tastings

Purpose-driven team

Growth into creative roles

Career progression

Overseas training

Job summary

KYO MATCHA PTE. LTD. is launching a new KYO Teahouse team in Singapore. We seek a passionate Matcha Barista to join our founding crew on a part-time basis. You’ll craft tea beverages, greet guests, and contribute to a calm, welcoming experience.

Shifts rotate across weekdays and weekends, with weekday pay at $10/hour and weekend/public-holiday rate at $12/hour. Commit to 25+ hours weekly across scheduled slots. Training and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Passionate, reliable team player.
• Warm, positive and sincere.
• Takes pride in everything you do.
• Attention beautiful presentation.
• Calm, focused and able to stay composed under pressure.
• Good communication skills with customers and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Cashier: Create warm & positive memorable customer experiences
• Cashier: Share tea knowledge and recommend thoughtfully
• Daily Operations: Setup, brewing, cleaning, and restocking
• Brewing: Prepare matcha-based & tea drinks and keep quality consistent
• Brewing: Maintain a clean, organised tea bar
• Brewing: Handle tools and equipment with care

Skills

Passionate

Reliable

Team player

Warm, sincere

Attention to presentation

Calm under pressure

Good communication

Job description

Matcha Barista (Part-Time)

Location: Kyo Teahouse, 18 Cross Street (Chinatown)

Employment Type: Part-Time (Rotating shifts - weekdays, weekends & public holidays)

Hourly Pay: $10 (weekday), $12/hour (weekends & ph)

Shifts Available

Monday - Friday:

• 8:30am – 2:30pm
• 11:00am – 4:00pm
• 12:30pm – 9:30pm

Saturday & Sunday:

• 8:30am – 5:30pm
• 10:30am – 9:30pm

(You’ll need to commit at least 3-4 shifts / 25 hours per week)

KYO Perks

• Work with high-grade matcha, sustainably sourced Japanese matcha and artisanal ingredients
• On-the-job training
• Flexible scheduling to suit students and those with other commitments
• Learn the stories and traditions behind every ingredient
• Immerse in Japanese-inspired service and craftsmanship
• Develop your palate through team tastings and seasonal pairings
• Be part of a purpose-driven team that values balance, respect, and care
• Grow into creative roles—menu ideas, content, and events welcome
• Career progression for those who want to grow into full time matcha barista or leadership roles
• Opportunities for overseas training (yes, even part-timers can grow with us!)

KYO TEAHOUSE – A New Chapter by KYO KOHEE

Rooted in a farm-to-cup philosophy, we work closely with tea farms and makers to bring you thoughtfully sourced matcha, handcrafted teas, and tea-based desserts. As the sister brand of KYO KOHEE, KYO TEAHOUSE carries the same heart, with a gentle focus on tea and the simple comforts it brings.

As part of the new KYO's launch, we’re looking for passionate Matcha Baristas to join our founding team. You’ll play a key role in crafting our tea offerings and shaping the calm, welcoming experience we hope every guest finds at KYO.

We’re looking for a Matcha Barista who:

• Passionate, reliable, and dependable team player
• Warm, positive and sincere
• Takes pride in everything you do
• Attention beautiful presentation
• Calm, focused, and able to stay composed under pressure
• Good communication skills with both customers and teammates

What You’ll Be Doing

• Cashier: Create warm & positive memorable customer experiences
• Cashier: Share tea knowledge and recommend thoughtfully
• Daily Operations: Setup, brewing, cleaning, and restocking
• Brewing: Prepare matcha-based & tea drinks and keep quality consistent
• Brewing: Maintain a clean, organised tea bar
• Brewing: Handle tools and equipment with care