Barista/All Rounder

Barista / Beverage

Job Title: Barista / Beverage Specialist

Reports To: Café Manager / Supervisor

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Barista / Beverage Specialist to join our team. This role involves preparing and serving a variety of drinks, including coffee, smoothies, mocktails, and other hot and cold beverages, while maintaining high-quality standards and excellent customer service. No cashier duties are required.

Key Responsibilities:

Coffee & Hot Beverage Preparation:

• Prepare and serve high-quality espresso-based drinks (e.g., lattes, cappuccinos, Americanos) and other hot beverages.
• Operate and maintain espresso machines and grinders efficiently.
• Ensure coffee consistency by following proper brewing techniques.
• Steam and texture milk to create a smooth, velvety finish for drinks.
• Prepare specialty hot drinks such as teas and hot chocolate.

Smoothie & Mocktail Preparation:

• Blend and serve fresh smoothies using a variety of fruits, vegetables, and dairy/non-dairy bases.
• Prepare and mix mocktails using fresh ingredients, syrups, and garnishes.
• Ensure drinks are presented attractively and meet quality standards.
• Maintain knowledge of ingredient pairings and flavor combinations to provide recommendations.

Customer Service:

• Greet customers warmly and provide friendly, professional service.
• Take and confirm beverage orders accurately.
• Provide drink recommendations based on customer preferences.
• Ensure all drinks meet quality and presentation standards before serving.

Operations & Cleanliness:

• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked beverage station.
• Regularly clean and sanitize blenders, espresso machines, juicers, and other equipment.
• Follow food safety and hygiene regulations, ensuring proper ingredient storage and handling.
• Restock coffee beans, milk, syrups, fruits, ice, and other ingredients as needed.

Teamwork & Efficiency:

• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth service, especially during peak hours.
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including restocking and deep cleaning.
• Communicate effectively with the kitchen and service team to ensure smooth workflow.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Barista or in beverage preparation (smoothies, mocktails, or coffee) is preferred but not required.
• Passion for high-quality drinks and customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency in drink preparation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask efficiently.
• Commitment to cleanliness, hygiene, and organization.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with latte art and specialty coffee techniques.
• Knowledge of different coffee beans, roasts, and brewing methods.
• Familiarity with fresh juice and smoothie recipes.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10kg (e.g., milk cartons, fruit crates, coffee bean bags).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From R7 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Are you available for 3 unpaid trial days?

Work Location: In person