Head Barista – Espresso Profiling Specialist

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Summary: Haseel Cafe is seeking an experienced Head Barista – Espresso Profiling Specialist to lead coffee bar operations, ensuring a consistently high-quality coffee experience through expertise in specialty coffee and advanced espresso techniques. Highlights: 1. Lead coffee bar operations and ensure high-quality coffee experience 2. Expertise in espresso profiling, pressure profiling, and flow control 3. Opportunity to train baristas and develop coffee SOPs Haseel Cafe is looking for an experienced Head Barista – Espresso Profiling Specialist to lead our coffee bar operations and ensure a consistently high\-quality coffee experience. We are seeking someone with strong hands\-on experience in specialty coffee, espresso extraction, grinder calibration, and advanced espresso machines that support pressure profiling, flow control, and extraction profiles. The ideal candidate should be able to dial in different coffee origins, create and adjust espresso recipes, train the barista team, and maintain consistency in every cup. Key Responsibilities ● Dial in espresso recipes daily based on coffee origin, roast date, humidity, and grinder behavior. ● Work confidently with advanced espresso machines that support Pressure Profiling and Flow Control. ● Create, test, and adjust different espresso extraction profiles. ● Calibrate espresso and filter grinders to maintain consistent quality. ● Monitor extraction variables including dose, yield, time, pressure, flow, and taste balance. ● Train the team on espresso preparation, milk steaming, filter coffee, and daily bar standards. ● Develop and maintain coffee SOPs for daily operation. ● Ensure cleanliness, machine care, and proper maintenance routines. ● Maintain consistency in espresso, milk\-based drinks, and filter coffee. Requirements ● Proven experience as a Senior Barista, Head Barista, or Coffee Specialist. ● Strong knowledge of specialty coffee and espresso extraction. ● Hands\-on experience with espresso profiling, pressure profiling, and flow control. ● Ability to adjust recipes based on taste, extraction data, and coffee behavior. ● Strong grinder calibration skills. ● Experience in training baristas and maintaining quality standards. ● Good communication and leadership skills. ● Experience with machines such as Wendougee, Slayer, Decent, Sanremo, Synesso, La Marzocco, or similar advanced espresso machines is preferred. Preferred Skills ● Experience with filter coffee methods such as V60\. ● Ability to build coffee recipes and tasting notes. ● Understanding of water quality and its impact on coffee. ● Ability to support menu development and seasonal coffee offerings. Compensation Salary will be discussed based on experience and technical skill level. Pay: Up to QAR4,500\.00 per month Work Location: In person