Barista Specialist

Babylonstoren; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 120 000 - 180 000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious coffee establishment in South Africa is seeking a passionate Barista Specialist to join its team. The ideal candidate will have sound knowledge of coffee, be able to craft a variety of beverages while ensuring high customer service standards. Fluency in Afrikaans and English is essential. This role offers a dynamic work environment with emphasis on teamwork and high standards of cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of coffee beans and flavour profiles.
• Ability to prepare a variety of coffee styles to a high standard.
• Understanding of food hygiene and health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of coffee beverages.
• Ensure excellent customer experiences through professional service.
• Maintain coffee machines and workstations in a clean condition.

Skills

Knowledge of coffee beans and flavour profiles

Customer service skills

Fluency in Afrikaans

Fluency in English

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

Babylonstoren is seeking a passionate and skilled Barista Specialist to join our team. If you love coffee and take pride in crafting the perfect cup, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Sound knowledge of coffee beans and flavour profiles.
• Ability to consistently prepare a variety of coffee styles (espresso, cappuccino, latte, flat white, americano, etc.) to a high standard.
• Understanding of food hygiene and health and safety regulations.
• Strong customer service skills – friendly, professional, and welcoming.
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English, with professional communication skills.
• Ability to work with speed and accuracy under pressure, especially during peak hours.
• High standards of cleanliness and attention to detail, ensuring machines and workstations are always clean.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with fellow shop staff.
• Experience with handling cash and card payments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of coffee beverages to consistently meet high-quality standards.
• Ensure excellent customer experiences through professional, welcoming, and efficient service.
• Maintain coffee machines and workstations in a clean and hygienic condition.
• Follow food safety, health, and hygiene guidelines at all times.
• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations.
• Accurately process cash and card transactions.
• Support the shop team with additional tasks and responsibilities as needed.