About the Hotel
Located within the fashionable Al Bateen Marina is the sophisticated waterfront retreat, Royal M Hotel by Gewan Abu Dhabi, offering the ultimate comfort and luxury for both business and leisure travelers alike. Perfectly placed in the heart of Abu Dhabi, providing easy access to the Corniche Beach and just moments from an array of shopping malls.
Role Overview
Craft exceptional coffee and beverage experiences in our lounges and cafés—engaging guests, maintaining immaculate stations, and supporting outlet revenue through product knowledge and upselling.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare espresso-based drinks, brewed coffees, teas, and signature beverages to brand recipes.
- Engage guests with warm, professional service; make recommendations and upsell pastries/snacks.
- Calibrate grinders, dial-in espresso, steam milk to correct texture, and maintain consistent quality.
- Keep bar and equipment spotless; follow cleaning schedules and food-safety/HACCP standards.
- Manage stock/pars for beans, milk, syrups, and disposables; complete daily wastage/temperature logs.
- Operate POS accurately; handle cash/cards and end-of-shift reports.
- Support outlet promotions and collaborate with the culinary team on pairings.
Requirements
- 1–2 years’ barista experience in a premium café or 4/5-star hotel.
- Solid espresso skills (grinder calibration, milk texturing, latte art basics).
- Knowledge of coffee origins/roasts and alternative brew methods (V60, AeroPress, etc. a plus).
- Excellent command of English; polished communication and grooming.
- Comfortable with POS, fast-paced service, and standing for extended periods.
- Flexibility for shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
- Immediate joiners preferred.