Job Description

Position:

Cafe Manager & Lead Barista

Location:

Muscle Up Fitness, Abu Dhabi - Muscle Up Fitness

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Compensation:

Competitive Salary + Percentage of Cafe Revenue or Profit

About Us:

Muscle Up Fitness is more than just a gym--it's a thriving community where fitness, wellness, and lifestyle come together. We're launching a fresh, in-house cafe to serve high-quality coffee, smoothies, and healthy snacks to our members. We're looking for an enthusiastic and driven

Cafe Manager & Lead Barista

to take charge of this exciting new venture.

Role Overview:

As the

Cafe Manager & Lead Barista

, you'll play a dual role:

Barista:

Craft exceptional coffee, smoothies, and refreshments.

Manager:

Oversee daily operations, inventory, sales, and customer experience.
You'll also have the opportunity to earn a percentage of the cafe's revenue, reflecting your direct contribution to its success.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and serve high-quality coffee, smoothies, and snacks. Lead daily cafe operations: inventory, cleanliness, ordering supplies. Deliver outstanding customer service to gym members and guests. Track sales, monitor targets, and work to grow cafe revenue. Hire, train, and supervise any additional cafe staff as needed. Manage stock levels and minimize waste. Collaborate with gym management on promotions, menu ideas, and events.

What We're Looking For:

Proven barista experience (latte art is a plus!) Strong leadership and organizational skills. Positive, energetic, and customer-focused attitude. Experience in cafe or food & beverage management preferred. Basic knowledge of inventory management and cost control. Passion for health, fitness, and creating a welcoming environment.

Perks & Benefits:

Competitive fixed salary. Percentage share of cafe revenue or profit (earn more as we grow!). Free gym membership. Opportunities for growth into a larger cafe role or partnership.
Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

How many years of experience do you have as a barista? Are you familiar with coffee preparation techniques such as espresso dialing, milk frothing, and latte art? Have you ever been responsible for stock ordering, cost control, or team supervision in a cafe or restaurant? How would you handle a situation where a customer is dissatisfied with their order? What makes great customer service in a cafe setting? Why are you interested in managing a cafe inside a fitness center? Are you open to a compensation model that includes a fixed salary plus a percentage of cafe revenue or profit? Are you currently based in Abu Dhabi or willing to relocate? What is your availability to start?
Experience:

* managing a cafe or food & beverage outlet: 2 years (Required)