Barista – Specialty Hot Drinks

About the role

We are looking for a skilled Barista specialized in hot specialty drinks to join our hospitality team. You will craft high‑quality coffees, signature beverages and teas while delivering an exceptional guest experience in a fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and serve specialty coffee and espresso‑based drinks following exact recipes and presentation standards.
• Create signature hot beverages, seasonal drinks and non‑coffee options such as tea, hot chocolate, chai and matcha.
• Maintain consistent latte art, milk texture and temperature control.
• Operate, clean and calibrate espresso machines, grinders and brewing equipment.
• Manage stock, monitor waste and ensure a clean, organized barista station.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and health‑safety procedures at all times.
• Collaborate with service and kitchen teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist in developing new beverage concepts and seasonal menus.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Barista in a specialty coffee shop, premium restaurant, hotel or high‑end café.
• Strong knowledge of coffee beans, roast profiles, extraction and brewing principles.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Professional appearance, positive attitude and high personal hygiene.

Required skills

• Espresso machine operation and maintenance
• Grinder adjustment and upkeep
• Milk steaming, texturing and latte art
• Specialty coffee brewing techniques
• Preparation of specialty teas and other hot beverages