Head Barista

5w1 month ago

Acquire Intelligence

Pasig City, PH · Full-time · PHP 300,000 – PHP 420,000

About this role

We are looking for an experienced and customer-focused Senior Barista to lead the day-to-day operations of our specialty café, located within our Recruitment Hub. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine passion for third-wave coffee, hospitality, and creating memorable experiences for candidates, clients, and team members visiting our office.

As the face of the café, you will be responsible for maintaining exceptional coffee quality, overseeing café operations, mentoring junior baristas, and ensuring the café consistently reflects the professional and welcoming culture of our business. You will prepare and serve premium espresso-based beverages to specialty coffee standards while managing daily opening and closing procedures.

You will train, coach, and supervise junior baristas and café staff, monitoring beverage quality and service consistency across all shifts. You will foster a positive, energetic, and customer-first culture within the café team, and assist in scheduling and day-to-day task delegation when required.

As an Acquire Intelligence employee, your role is vital in achieving and exceeding individual and team targets that support company objectives, while building and maintaining customer relationships. You will also help create a premium hospitality experience that complements the recruitment journey for candidates, clients, and visitors.

Requirements

Genuine passion for third-wave coffee and hospitality
Experience as a senior barista or lead barista in a specialty café environment
Strong knowledge of espresso extraction, milk texturing, and latte art
Ability to train and mentor junior staff
Experience with cash handling, POS systems, and end-of-day reconciliation
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace health and safety standards
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage inventory, stock rotation, and supplier relationships

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve premium espresso-based beverages and other café offerings to specialty coffee standards
Manage daily opening and closing procedures
Oversee cash handling, POS operations, and end-of-day cash reconciliation
Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting café environment at all times
Train, coach, and supervise junior baristas and café staff
Monitor beverage quality and service consistency across all shifts
Manage inventory levels, stock rotation, and product ordering
Welcome candidates, clients, and visitors with professionalism and warmth

Benefits

Work in a specialty café within a professional recruitment hub
Opportunity to lead and shape the café experience for candidates and clients
Be part of an award-winning global outsourcer with a values-led culture
Collaborate with a team that values curiosity, entrepreneurial energy, and continuous learning