Barista

As a Barista at Bombay Sweet Shops cafe, you will make and serve coffee in our all-day cafe. You will greet customers, answer any questions they may have about our unique in-house blends, and of course, take pride in brewing the perfect cup of joe for them. You are a positive, friendly person and are excited about being a part of a pre-opening team in a vibrant neighborhood.

This role will report to the Cafe Operations Manager and will be located in multiple locations across Mumbai.

Our flagship restaurant, The Bombay Canteen showcases the wealth of India’s cuisine by recreating local, seasonal dishes and reinterpreting age-old Indian culinary traditions in a frequently changing menu. Our next venture, O Pedro, pays homage to the energy of Goa with a menu that brings back the fun of tropical living with simple, sophisticated food and drink, with influences from the state’s Portuguese history. Bombay Sweet Shop is a modern-day mithai shop that brings back the magic of mithai in a never-seen-before avatar, in a fun and contemporary way, while staying deeply rooted in traditions and techniques. Our online venture - enthucutlet is a bimonthly food mag that brings you unusual stories about food in India, and our all-day cafe Veronica's, holds a piece of Mumbai's heart in the iconic Jude Bakery and showcases the best sandwiches, coffee, bakes, and wine! Our newest restaurant, Papa's launched in February 2024, boldly breaks the rules of Indian cuisine and fine dining to offer an elevated and adventurous interpretation of its comforting forms and flavors.

The Bombay Canteen, O Pedro, and Veronica’s are currently ranked among India's top 10 restaurants by Condé Nast Traveler India.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve coffee, speciality beverages and other beverages according to customer preferences and company recipes.
  
• Provide product recommendations and information to customers, upselling additional items as appropriate.
  
• Operate coffee equipment, including espresso machines, grinders, and brewers, ensuring proper maintenance and cleanliness.
  
• Handle cash transactions and operate the POS system accurately.
  
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee station and service area.
  
• Follow health and safety procedures, including food handling and sanitation guidelines.
  
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations and exceptional customer experiences.
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Barista in a customer-facing environment
  
• Knowledge of Indian coffees with a keen eye on what’s happening in the world of coffee
  
• Experience in using restaurant software - POS, checklists and inventory systems
  
• Fluent in English and Hindi
  

*This job description is a summary of the role and does not cover a comprehensive listing of activities or responsibilities that are required of the employee.