Barista

About the Role

The Hoxton, Bengaluru City is seeking a passionate, energetic, and service-focused Barista to join their team for the opening of their first Asian hotel in 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve exceptional coffee, tea, and specialty beverages to The Hoxton's quality and presentation standards.
• Deliver a warm, friendly, and memorable experience to every guest, building genuine connections through great service.
• Maintain expert knowledge of coffee beans, brewing techniques, milk texturing, and beverage recipes.
• Recommend beverages and food pairings while confidently upselling menu items and seasonal specials.
• Ensure coffee machines, grinders, and all barista equipment are cleaned, maintained, and operating efficiently.
• Monitor stock levels of coffee beans, milk, syrups, and other supplies, reporting replenishment requirements in a timely manner.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation within the coffee bar and service areas.
• Handle cash and POS transactions accurately while following company procedures.
• Work closely with the Kitchen and Food & Beverage teams to deliver a seamless guest experience.
• Stay up to date with coffee trends and continuously develop product knowledge and craft.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Previous experience as a Barista in a specialty coffee shop, lifestyle restaurant, or hotel.
• Strong knowledge of espresso preparation, coffee extraction, milk steaming, and latte art.
• Excellent communication skills with a warm, engaging, and guest-focused approach.
• A passion for coffee, attention to detail, and pride in delivering consistently high-quality beverages.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining excellent service standards.

Qualifications

• Passion for hospitality.
• A positive impact on people, leaving them with a memorable experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively and supportively within a team.
• A willingness to try new things and challenge the norm.