Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Beverage Management & Innovation

Menu Development:

In collaboration with the Brand Chef, design and update the beverage menu, including specialty coffees, mocktails, and seasonal drinks.

Standardization (SOPs):

Create and maintain detailed recipe cards, including precise measurements, preparation steps, and glassware/garnishing standards.

Supplier Coordination:

Liaise with coffee roasters and beverage suppliers to source high-quality ingredients while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
2. Quality Control (QC) & Auditing

Branch Inspections:

Conduct regular, unannounced quality audits across all branches to ensure compliance with COMO Lounge standards.

Product Testing:

Perform "blind" taste tests and visual checks on beverages at each branch to ensure consistency in flavor, temperature, and presentation.

Hygiene & Maintenance:

Audit the cleanliness of the bar areas and the maintenance schedules of critical equipment (espresso machines, grinders, chillers).

Reporting:

Submit weekly

Quality Audit Reports

to the

Head of Operations

, highlighting areas of excellence and branches requiring corrective action.
3. Training & Performance

Barista Training:

Lead the training and certification of all baristas and beverage service staff on SOPs, latte art, and technical equipment usage.

Performance Monitoring:

Identify "weak links" in beverage consistency and provide on-the-spot coaching to staff.

New Branch Openings:

Set up the beverage department and train the initial team for all future COMO Lounge locations.
4. Financial & Inventory Oversight

Beverage COGS:

Monitor beverage waste and inventory levels at each branch to ensure the Beverage Cost of Goods Sold remains within the targeted budget.

Equipment Management:

Manage the inventory of all bar tools and machinery, ensuring zero downtime through preventative maintenance.
Qualifications & Skills

Experience:

Minimum 3-5 years in a senior Barista or Beverage Manager role, ideally within a high-end cafe or lounge environment.

Technical Expertise:

Expert knowledge of specialty coffee, mixology, and beverage equipment.

Auditing Skills:

Previous experience in Quality Control (QC) or as a Head Trainer is highly preferred.

Certification:

SCA (required), HACCP , and or Food Safety Level 3 certification.

Soft Skills:

High attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to be firm yet professional during audits.
Duty Hours and Conditions

Public Holidays:

Paid in accordance with UAE Labour Law.

Time Off:

One scheduled day off per week.

Canceled Off:

Any day off canceled due to operational necessity (at the request of the Head of Operations/Higher Ups) will be paid.

Duty Hours:

Flexible Duty

based on the operational needs of the branches (including evenings, weekends, and holidays).

Overtime:

This is a management-level role; overtime is expected to be fulfilled without additional pay as the salary package is inclusive of the responsibilities required.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED5,700.00 - AED7,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Al-Ayn: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):

When can you join us?
Location:

Al-Ayn (Required)
Willingness to travel:

* 75% (Required)