Barista

About

Calo, launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

Role Overview

The Barista will work alongside the Cafe Manager to support the operation in accordance with the company's standards in all daily operations. The successful candidate will employ their coffee knowledge and interpersonal skills to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our customers’ satisfaction.

Main Responsibilities

• Adhere to coffee recipes when preparing them.
• Maintain brewing equipment functionality and report possible issues.
• Be attentive to customers’ orders and preferences.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with customers while presenting Calo’s culture and values.
• Ensure that the cafe operates in a timely manner that meets our quality standards.
• Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation.
• Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers.

Ideal Candidate

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of previous experience in cafes as a Barista.
• Must have a certified Barista certificate.
• Currently present in UAE.
• Proficient communicator in English.

Knowledge and Competency

• Adequate coffee knowledge and different coffee mixtures.
• Ability to differentiate coffee aromas and their taste.
• Extensive hands-on experience with professional coffee machines.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills.
• A good understanding of useful computer programs and the ability to learn new ones.
• Ability to communicate effectively, particularly in written form.

Personality

• Strong communicator.
• Pleasant personality and able to lead with empathy.