Head Barista

ob Description – Head BaristaGoldstone Hospitality | SOMARA

Department: Food & Beverage – Beverage OperationsDesignation: Head BaristaReporting To: General Manager / Beverage ManagerLocation: Lucknow, Uttar PradeshEmployment Type: Full-Time

Job Purpose

The Head Barista will be responsible for leading and managing the complete coffee and non-alcoholic beverage operations at SOMARA. The role requires strong expertise in specialty coffee, espresso-based beverages, brewing techniques, presentation, beverage consistency, team management, and operational excellence.

The candidate will ensure that every beverage served at SOMARA meets premium fine-dining standards in taste, quality, presentation, and service.

Key Responsibilities

A. Coffee & Beverage Operations

Lead the complete coffee and beverage section.

Prepare and supervise espresso-based beverages, including Cappuccino, Latte, Americano, Flat White, Mocha and Macchiato.

Have expertise in specialty coffee, manual brewing, cold brew, iced coffee and frappe preparations.

Maintain consistency in coffee extraction, grinding, milk steaming and beverage presentation.

Develop new coffee recipes, signature beverages and seasonal specials.

Ensure all beverages follow SOMARA's approved recipes and presentation standards.

B. Team Management

Supervise, train and manage the barista team.

Prepare staff duty rosters and allocate responsibilities.

Conduct regular training on coffee preparation, hygiene and customer service.

Monitor team performance and maintain discipline.

C. Inventory & Cost Control

Manage coffee beans, milk, syrups, powders, sauces and other beverage ingredients.

Monitor daily consumption, stock levels and wastage.

Coordinate with the procurement and inventory departments.

Maintain beverage portion control and cost efficiency.

Ensure proper storage and FIFO practices.

D. Equipment Management

Operate and maintain commercial espresso machines, coffee grinders, blenders and other beverage equipment.

Ensure daily opening and closing cleaning procedures.

Monitor equipment performance and coordinate maintenance whenever required.

E. Guest Experience & Quality Control

Ensure premium beverage presentation and timely service.

Handle guest feedback and beverage-related complaints.

Maintain consistency across both floors and all beverage service points.

Coordinate with kitchen, service and operations teams.

F. SOP & Compliance

Develop and follow beverage preparation SOPs.

Maintain hygiene, sanitation and food safety standards.

Ensure proper cleaning schedules and checklists.

Maintain daily beverage production and wastage reports.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in professional coffee and beverage operations.

At least 1–2 years in a supervisory or leadership position.

Strong knowledge of specialty coffee and espresso techniques.

Experience handling commercial coffee machines.

Knowledge of coffee beans, roasting profiles, grinding and extraction.

Excellent team management and communication skills.

Knowledge of beverage costing, inventory and wastage control.

Experience in premium cafés, luxury hotels or fine-dining restaurants preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Beverage quality and consistency.

Guest satisfaction and customer feedback.

Beverage preparation and service time.

Beverage cost and wastage control.

Inventory accuracy and stock management.

Team productivity and training.

Hygiene and equipment maintenance compliance.

Pre-Opening Responsibilities

Before SOMARA's launch, the Head Barista will

Assist in setting up the complete coffee and beverage station.

Finalise coffee recipes, beverage specifications and presentation standards.

Test and calibrate espresso machines and grinders.

Prepare beverage SOPs and recipe manuals.

Create opening inventory and procurement requirements.

Participate in menu trials and tasting sessions.

Train the barista team before the restaurant launch.

Conduct mock service sessions before the opening.

Expected Professional Standards

The Head Barista must demonstrate leadership, technical expertise, creativity, discipline and accountability. The individual will be responsible for ensuring that SOMARA delivers a premium café-style coffee experience within its luxury fine-dining environment.

Important: This is a leadership position, not just a beverage preparation role. The Head Barista will be accountable for the complete coffee station, team performance, beverage quality and operational efficiency.

My recommendation: Since SOMARA is a 200+ seating premium fine-dining restaurant across two floors, appoint someone who has experience setting up and managing a professional coffee station, not merely someone who has worked as a regular café barista.

Pay

₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location

In person