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**Barista & Beverage Specialist | QUBE Wellness Center
We are looking for a skilled and versatile Barista with experience in preparing a wide variety of specialty beverages and wellness-focused products.
Required Skills & Knowledge:
Strong knowledge of espresso extraction, coffee grinding, and milk steaming.
Experience preparing hot and iced coffee beverages, including espresso, flat white, americano, cortado, latte, cappuccino, mocha, and flavored lattes.
Ability to maintain consistency in taste, texture, temperature, and presentation.
Latte art skills are a plus.
Experience preparing traditional and flavored matcha beverages, both hot and iced.
Knowledge of proper matcha preparation, whisking, and blending techniques.
Ability to prepare specialty beverages such as hot chocolate, flavored matcha lattes, and seasonal drinks.
Experience preparing ice-blended beverages, including coffee-based frappes, chocolate frappes, matcha frappes, and fruit-based cream frappes.
Ability to achieve consistent texture, flavor, and presentation.
Proficiency in operating commercial blenders and beverage equipment.
Knowledge of preparing protein shakes, smoothies, and fitness-focused beverages.
Experience working with protein powders, collagen supplements, and other functional ingredients.
Ability to follow precise recipes, measurements, and portion sizes.
Understanding of alternative milk options, including almond, coconut, and oat milk.
Experience preparing and serving frozen yogurt and protein-enriched frozen yogurt.
Knowledge of portion control, toppings, fruit preparation, and product presentation.
Ability to maintain proper storage temperatures and food safety standards.
The selected candidate will be responsible for independently managing the beverage station throughout the entire operating day, from opening until closing, ensuring smooth operations and consistently high standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Take full ownership of daily beverage station operations, from opening until closing.
Independently perform all opening and closing procedures, following established operational checklists.
Prepare and organize the beverage station before opening, ensuring all ingredients, supplies, and equipment are ready for service.
Prepare and serve all menu beverages and products throughout the day while maintaining consistent quality and presentation.
Operate the POS system, process customer payments, and manage cash transactions accurately.
Perform end-of-day cash reconciliation and maintain accurate daily sales records.
Monitor inventory, ingredient freshness, stock levels, and product availability.
Ensure proper storage, handling, and rotation of ingredients to minimize waste.
Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organization throughout the entire shift.
Operate, clean, and maintain all beverage preparation equipment.
Complete end-of-day cleaning, equipment shutdown, inventory checks, and closing procedures.
Maintain food safety standards, including allergen awareness and cross-contamination prevention.
Handle customer inquiries, requests, and complaints professionally.
Identify and promptly report operational issues, equipment malfunctions, or stock shortages.
Demonstrate strong time management, accountability, and the ability to work independently without constant supervision.
Follow QUBE’s operational procedures, quality standards, and management instructions.
Show willingness to learn, adapt, and participate in ongoing training.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in a specialty coffee shop, juice bar, smoothie bar, or wellness café.
Familiarity with protein-based and health-conscious beverages.
Ability to work independently and manage daily operations.
Strong multitasking, organizational, and communication skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality presentation.
Interest in fitness, nutrition, and wellness.
Probation & Performance Evaluation:
The selected candidate will be subject to a six-month performance evaluation process, including an initial probationary period in accordance with Lebanese labor law.
During this period, the employee’s technical skills, product knowledge, customer service, operational efficiency, reliability, and overall performance will be assessed to ensure alignment with QUBE’s quality and service standards.**