Senior Coffee Specialist - Luxury Café Leader

MyCareerCraft; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality establishment is looking for a Senior Coffee Specialist or Barista in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience in a high-end café or hotel environment and possess strong technical skills in espresso extraction and milk texturing. Responsibilities include preparing specialty beverages, maintaining a clean operating area, and training junior baristas. The role requires a refined guest-service approach and a commitment to quality. This is a key position within the service team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-5 years barista or coffee specialist experience within an upscale café or luxury hotel.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• Experience training baristas or leading a small team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare premium espresso-based coffees and specialty beverages with precision.
• Oversee the setup, cleanliness, and operational readiness of the coffee station.
• Provide onsite training and coaching to junior baristas.

Skills

Technical skill in espresso extraction

Refined guest-service etiquette

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work shifts

Education

Matric

Formal barista training or advanced coffee certification

Job description

A luxury hospitality establishment is looking for a Senior Coffee Specialist or Barista in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience in a high-end café or hotel environment and possess strong technical skills in espresso extraction and milk texturing. Responsibilities include preparing specialty beverages, maintaining a clean operating area, and training junior baristas. The role requires a refined guest-service approach and a commitment to quality. This is a key position within the service team.