Senior Barista Manager

CAFE YASURAGI PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier dining establishment in Singapore seeks a Senior Barista Manager to lead the beverage program across all outlets. Responsibilities include developing beverage strategies, mentoring teams, and ensuring quality. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in F&B, with a creative mindset and strong knowledge of beverage trends. This role offers an opportunity to innovate and enhance guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of F&B experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or beverage program role.
• Strong knowledge of coffee, tea, cocktails, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage trends.
• Proven experience in menu development, supplier management, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the overall beverage strategy and concept for all outlets.
• Create and update menu offerings, including signature cocktails, coffee, tea, and seasonal beverages.
• Ensure consistency in recipe standards, presentation, and quality control across all locations.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Supplier management

Communication skills

Beverage trends knowledge

Job description

Shōkō Kushiyaki Cuisine

We are a collective of F&B professionals, innately hospitable and guided by an unwavering sense of care and devotion—to our craft, our guests, and one another. With passionate expertise, we elevate every guest experience, enveloping our guests in our art of Memorable Hospitality. Our leaders lead with respect and empower with thoughtful intention, cultivating a culture where the expertise of each team member is celebrated. In doing so, we inspire our teams to extend that same depth of valued recognition and grace to every guest we serve.

The Senior Barista Manager oversees the full beverage program across the company’s outlets, leading the creation, quality control, and profitability of all beverage offerings. This includes coffee, tea, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The role requires strategic planning, team training, supplier management, and alignment of the beverage direction with the brand’s vision and business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the overall beverage strategy and concept for all outlets.
• Create and update menu offerings, including signature cocktails, coffee, tea, and seasonal beverages.
• Ensure consistency in recipe standards, presentation, and quality control across all locations.
• Lead and mentor Head Baristas, Bartenders, and Beverage Managers to maintain brand standards.
• Collaborate with the culinary and marketing teams to launch new products or promotions.
• Manage supplier relationships, sourcing, and cost control for all beverage-related products.
• Oversee training programs on beverage preparation, service, and product knowledge.
• Monitor beverage sales performance, margins, and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with liquor licensing laws, food safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Stay updated with industry trends to keep the brand’s beverage program innovative and competitive.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of F&B experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or beverage program role.
• Strong knowledge of coffee, tea, cocktails, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage trends.
• Proven experience in menu development, supplier management, and cost control.
• Excellent leadership, training, and communication skills.
• Creative mindset with a strong sense of branding and presentation.
• Familiar with inventory systems, costing, and beverage analytics.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple outlets or projects.