Barista

About the role

Banyan Tree Doha, a luxury resort in the heart of Mushaireb, is looking for a barista to prepare and serve coffee drinks in its cafe. The role combines coffee preparation, customer service and basic cash handling.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and serve espresso-based drinks, drip coffee and specialty drinks
• Greet customers warmly and take accurate orders
• Operate and maintain espresso machines, coffee grinders and other cafe equipment
• Handle cash transactions and use the Point of Sale (POS) system
• Maintain a clean, organised work area following food safety and hygiene standards
• Recommend and upsell coffee products and menu items
• Help with inventory management and restocking
• Work with the team to deliver smooth operations and good customer service
• Keep up with coffee trends and share product knowledge with guests

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; previous barista experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of coffee types, brewing methods and cafe operations
• Excellent customer service skills, friendly and outgoing
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail
• Basic math skills and cash handling experience
• Food handling certification preferred
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 pounds
• Flexible to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Fluent English; Arabic or other languages are a plus