Barista

About the Role:
Join our team as a Barista at Jobskey Consultancy in Jeddah, where you will have the opportunity to craft aromatic coffee and tea beverages while providing excellent customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve a variety of coffee and tea beverages, including lattes, cappuccinos, espresso shots, and iced coffees.
• Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers, taking orders, and making recommendations.
• Operate and maintain coffee equipment, ensuring it is in good working condition.
• Follow established recipes to ensure product quality.
• Manage inventory of coffee and other supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee shop.
• Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Attend training sessions and staff meetings as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in a coffee shop or food service environment preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of coffee brewing methods and equipment preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Food handlers permit or willingness to obtain one.

Overview:
The Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving drinks to guests in a friendly, professional, and timely manner while providing exceptional customer service. The Bartender plays a key role in creating a positive atmosphere, ensuring that guests have a great experience in the bar or restaurant.
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve beverages to guests following established recipes and presentation standards.
• Craft signature non-alcoholic cocktails, creatively mixing and garnishing drinks based on guest preferences.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and well-stocked bar area, ensuring all equipment is ready for service.
• Ensure that drinks are served in a timely manner and that guest orders are accurately fulfilled.
• Greet guests in a warm, friendly, and professional manner, making them feel welcome at the bar.
• Take guest orders, provide recommendations, and answer questions about drinks, menus, and specials.
• Engage with guests to create a positive and lively bar experience, offering a personalized touch when appropriate.
• Handle guest inquiries, requests, and complaints with professionalism, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Ensure that the bar is stocked with necessary supplies, including liquor, mixers, garnishes, and glassware.
• Monitor and replenish stock levels as required, collaborating with the Head Bartender to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Keep track of beverage consumption and usage, assisting with inventory checks and ordering supplies when needed.
• Follow all company policies for beverage handling, including proper storage, quality control, and portioning.
• Ensure the bar area is clean, including countertops, floors, and storage areas, at all times.
• Ensure that all guests are of legal drinking age and refuse service to intoxicated individuals.
• Process guest payments accurately, including cash, credit card transactions, and tabs.
• Maintain proper cash handling procedures, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded.
• Work closely with servers, other bartenders, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.
• Assist in other bar duties, including setting up and cleaning the bar before and after service.
• Participate in team meetings, sharing ideas and collaborating on ways to improve the bar's service and guest experience.