Barista – Private Members Club

About the role

We are seeking a passionate Barista to join The Royal Stables Private Members Club in Abu Dhabi. You will craft specialty coffee and beverage experiences that reflect the club’s high standards and personalized service. This role blends technical coffee expertise with attentive member engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and serve specialty coffees, teas and other beverages to consistently high standards of taste and presentation.
• Engage with members and guests, understand their preferences and provide personalized beverage recommendations.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of coffee origins, brewing methods, extraction techniques and current beverage trends.
• Operate and maintain coffee equipment correctly, ensuring consistent quality and performance.
• Maintain a clean, organized and fully stocked workstation throughout daily operations.
• Monitor product freshness, stock rotation, inventory levels and wastage to support efficient operations.
• Collaborate with the wider Food & Beverage team to ensure seamless and timely service.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, health and safety, and established Club procedures at all times.

Required profile

• 1–3 years of professional barista experience, preferably within a private members club, specialty café, luxury dining or premium hospitality environment.
• Barista certification or relevant Food & Beverage qualification is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of specialty coffee, espresso preparation, milk texturing and brewing techniques.

Required skills

• Espresso preparation
• Milk texturing
• Brewing techniques
• Operation and maintenance of coffee equipment