Foreground is partnering with a renowned specialty coffee house in Sharjah that is committed to delivering an exceptional coffee experience. To uphold their high standards they are seeking a Head Barista to lead their coffee program and ensure excellence in every cup.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all coffee operations ensuring the highest brewing standards and consistency.
- Develop and refine a coffee menu that aligns with the cafs specialty approach.
- Train and mentor baristas to maintain quality in coffee preparation latte art and customer engagement.
- Source evaluate and recommend coffee beans and brewing methods to keep offerings innovative.
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety hygiene and equipment maintenance protocols.
- Manage inventory collaborate with suppliers and ensure timely restocking of premium coffee beans and ingredients.
- Engage with customers educating them on coffee profiles brewing techniques and specialty offerings.
- Work closely with the culinary team to create complementary food and coffee pairings.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Head Barista or Senior Barista in a specialty coffee setting.
- Expertise in coffee beans brewing techniques and industry trends.
- Strong leadership and training skills to develop a highperforming barista team.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Knowledge of coffee equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Ability to work in a fastpaced environment while upholding exceptional quality.
- Barista training certification or coffee education is a plus.