Senior Barista

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title

Barista / Senior Barista

Location

New Delhi, India

About Us

Mira’s is a premium bakery and café in New Delhi, offering artisanal baked goods, gourmet beverages, and a thoughtfully curated guest experience. Our brand focuses on warmth, consistency, and refined service, making guest satisfaction and staff excellence equally important.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled, passionate Barista / Senior Barista to lead our coffee and beverage operations at Mira’s. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to coffee craft, proficient in espresso dial-in, manual brews, and free-pour latte art, while maintaining seamless bar hygiene, equipment maintenance, and warm customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Espresso & Coffee Preparation

• Dial in espresso grinders daily based on roast profile, humidity, and recipe yield targets.
• Prepare a wide range of espresso-based hot and cold beverages (espressos, cortados, flat whites, cappuccinos, lattes, cold brews) with consistency.
• Demonstrate high skill in milk texturing (micro-foam) and free-pour latte art (hearts, rosettas, tulips).
• Operate and showcase manual pour-over brewing methods (V60, French Press, Aeropress) and artisanal teas when requested.

Beverage Innovation & Guest Service

• Guide guests through the coffee origin, tasting notes, roast profiles, and beverage menu recommendations.
• Collaborate with the head team to craft seasonal beverage specials, iced coolers, signature syrups, and mocktails.
• Engage patrons warmly, take beverage orders with attention to customizations (milk alternatives, sweetness levels, temperatures), and ensure swift service delivery.

Equipment Calibration & Bar Maintenance

• Operate, clean, and backflush commercial espresso machines, clean steam wands, grinder burrs, and water filtration systems daily.
• Execute proper opening and closing sanitation routines across the coffee bar station, knock boxes, and refrigeration units.
• Promptly report any machine calibration issues, grinder irregularities, or preventative maintenance requirements.
• Bar Inventory Control & Junior Staff Guidance (Sr. Barista)
• Monitor stock levels of coffee beans, dairy and plant-based milks, beverage syrups, takeaway cups, and lids to prevent operational shortages.
• Adhere strictly to FIFO (First-In, First-Out) standards for beans and perishable bar ingredients.
• Train and mentor junior baristas and service staff on coffee brewing fundamentals, hygiene protocols, and beverage consistency.

Qualifications & Skills

• 1–3 years (Barista) or 3–5 years (Senior Barista) of hands-on experience in cafés, specialty coffee roasteries, or upscale casual dining.
• Deep understanding of espresso extraction parameters, brew ratios, grind size adjustments, and tasting palate.
• Proficiency in milk steaming techniques and latte art.
• Familiarity with commercial espresso machines (e.g., La Marzocco, Nuova Simonelli, Sanremo) and professional grinders (Mahlkönig, Mythos, Fiorenzato).
• Pleasant, customer-focused demeanor with good communication skills in English and Hindi.
• High personal hygiene standards, discipline, and stamina to manage high-volume rush hours.
• Willingness to work operational shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

What We Offer

• Budgeted Salary: ₹20,000 – ₹23,000 per month (commensurate with experience, latte art skills, and Barista vs. Senior Barista level).
• Opportunity to work with premium specialty coffee beans, high-end espresso machinery, and artisanal café menus.
• Skill training, coffee tasting sessions, and clear pathways for career progression.
• A positive, craft-focused, and supportive work environment.

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Interested candidates can share their CV at: hr@mirasdelhi.com or 8545037610

Benefits

• Food provided

Work Location

In person

Pay

₹20,000.00 - ₹22,000.00 per month

Benefits

Food provided

Provident Fund

Work Location

In person