Head Barista - Specialty Coffee Café

About the role

The Commons Coffee House, a premium café brand under Harpo's Cafés & Restaurants Group, is hiring a Head Barista in Colombo 07. The role leads and supervises the barista team while preparing and serving premium coffee and specialty beverages in a warm, contemporary setting.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and inspire the barista team to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Prepare and serve premium coffee and specialty beverages to the highest standards.
• Ensure consistency in beverage quality, presentation and café operations.
• Train, mentor and develop baristas while maintaining service excellence.
• Manage inventory, stock control and ordering of coffee-related supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and food safety standards.
• Support new menu development and continuously improve the customer experience.

Required profile

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a Barista or Senior Barista role.
• Excellent leadership, communication and team management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of espresso extraction, latte art and brewing methods.
• Knowledge of coffee equipment.

To apply, interested candidates can send their CV by email or apply directly through the company's LinkedIn page.