Barista

About the Role

Sooyah Bistro is a premier one-stop Suya culinary restaurant, blending age-old traditions with modern culinary innovation to deliver an amazingly unique, tasty, and creative experience for our guests. We are currently looking for a talented and enthusiastic Barista to join our dynamic beverage team in Nigeria. In this role, you will be the face of our coffee and drink operations, ensuring every beverage is crafted to perfection and every customer is greeted with a warm, welcoming smile.

• Prepare and serve a wide range of hot and cold beverages, including coffees, teas, and specialty drinks, adhering strictly to recipe and presentation standards.
• Welcome customers warmly, take orders accurately, and provide expert recommendations on our beverage menu.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and fully stocked workstation, bar area, and dining space throughout the shift.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on espresso machines, grinders, and other bar equipment.
• Handle cash and electronic transactions efficiently using the point-of-sale (POS) system.
• Collaborate seamlessly with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure prompt and efficient order fulfillment.
• Monitor inventory levels of beverage supplies and report shortages to management promptly.

• Minimum of a Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or relevant professional certification in hospitality or catering.
• Proven previous experience working as a Barista or in a similar customer-facing beverage preparation role.
• In-depth knowledge of various coffee brewing methods, espresso extraction, and latte art is a distinct advantage.
• Exceptional customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high attention to detail.
• Strong basic numeracy skills for handling transactions and cash management.

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous barista training.
• Staff meals and beverage discounts during shifts.
• A vibrant, creative, and supportive work environment.

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