A luxury specialty coffee concept in Riyadh is building its founding team, and a listing on Bayt covers three roles: Specialty Barista (senior and mid-level), Cashier / Guest Host, and Certified Coffee Trainer (Training Lead). The employer is not named. It appears as a “Confidential Company” on the listing. The posting says it covers the opening team and also a talent pool for future positions, so not every applicant will necessarily be hired into an immediate opening.
What sets this listing apart is its focus on guest recognition. The employer says it wants guests to be recognised, their usual order remembered and every cup served as if it were made for them. That emphasis shapes all three roles, from the barista who memorises preferences to the host who records guest notes in the system and the trainer who teaches front-of-house staff how to deliver it.
The listing shows 3 open positions in Full time employment, with working hours of rotating morning and evening shifts, six days a week. A salary figure, visa position and accommodation are not stated. This guide separates what the listing says from what you will need to ask about.
Vacancy status: The listing was shown as posted “4 hours ago” with applications closing in “59 days” at the time it was copied. Those labels are relative to the day it was viewed, and I could not open the original page to confirm the exact dates or whether it is still active. Please check the Bayt page before applying.
Job Overview
| Detail | Information in the listing |
|---|---|
| Job titles | Specialty Barista (Senior & Mid-level); Cashier / Guest Host; Certified Coffee Trainer (Training Lead) |
| Employer | Confidential (not named) |
| Location | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Open positions | 3 |
| Job type | Full time |
| Salary | Not specified. Described as “competitive” and based on skill and certification level |
| Working days | 6 days per week |
| Working hours | Rotating morning and evening shifts; exact hours not specified |
| Work arrangement | On-site (implied by the bar and counter duties) |
| Experience | Header shows 3+ years; the skills section gives role-specific figures (see below) |
| Application method | “Easy Apply” through Bayt |
What Does This Job Involve?
All three roles belong to one premium café, but the daily work differs a lot.
Barista. This is craft work with a heavy consistency component. You would dial in espresso and filter recipes each day, which means adjusting grind and extraction until the cup matches the house standard, and then keeping it steady across every shift. You would also prepare manual brews and signature drinks to exact specifications, keep the bar and equipment spotless and calibrated, and remember regular guests’ preferences. The listing also names high-volume peaks, so speed without losing quality is part of the job.
Cashier / Guest Host. This is more than a till role. The listing describes the host as the guest’s first impression: greeting people, recognising returning customers, guiding new ones, and managing the flow between counter, bar and pickup. The job also involves cash handling, reconciliation, end-of-shift reports, and recording guest notes in the café’s system.
Certified Coffee Trainer. This is a leadership and quality role. The trainer would build and deliver the barista training program, run onboarding and recurring skills checks, audit recipes and service standards, and train front-of-house staff on hospitality. The listing also mentions cuppings, quality control, new-menu development, and preparing team members for SCA certifications and competitions.
Key Responsibilities
Specialty Barista
- Dial in espresso and filter recipes daily and keep extraction consistent across shifts
- Prepare espresso, manual brews and signature drinks to exact spec and presentation standards
- Remember and quickly confirm regular guests’ preferences
- Keep the bar, grinders and machines clean and calibrated
- Maintain quality and warmth during high-volume periods
Cashier / Guest Host
- Greet guests, recognise returning customers and guide new ones
- Take orders accurately on POS and digital systems (Apple Pay, wallet passes, QR)
- Manage flow between counter, bar and pickup
- Handle cash, reconciliation and end-of-shift reports with zero discrepancy
- Record guest notes and preferences in the system
Certified Coffee Trainer (Training Lead)
- Build and deliver the barista training program, onboarding and skills checks
- Set and audit recipe, calibration and service standards
- Train front-of-house staff on hospitality and guest experience
- Lead cuppings, quality control and new-menu development
- Prepare team members for SCA certifications and competitions
Who Is This Job Suitable For?
Employer’s stated expectations: baristas who can show espresso calibration and latte art in a practical bar trial; trainers with a portfolio or a structured onboarding program they have built; hosts who are confident, warm and fluent in Arabic and English.
Practical qualities that may help (editorial view, not employer requirements): a barista who enjoys routine and precision will likely do well, because the work rewards repeatability more than creativity. A host with a good memory for names and faces suits the recognition concept. Trainers who like documenting standards, not just demonstrating them, will find the role fits, since the listing stresses auditing and structured programs. Anyone who prefers a predictable single-shift pattern should note that the shifts rotate.
Requirements Explained
- Experience. The listing header shows “3+ years of experience,” but the skills section is more specific: 2+ years in specialty coffee for baristas and 4+ years with formal training experience for trainers. No experience figure is given for cashiers. The two figures do not match, so confirm which applies to your role.
- SCA certifications (preferred, not mandatory). Barista Skills Intermediate/Professional, Brewing and Sensory are listed as preferred. Authorized SCA Trainer (AST) or Q Grader is a strong plus for trainers.
- Technical skills. Espresso calibration, milk texturing and latte art, plus manual brewing methods: V60, Chemex, AeroPress and batch brew.
- Languages. Excellent guest communication in Arabic and English. The listing specifically describes hosts as fluent in both.
- Cashier skills. POS, cash handling and digital payment experience.
- Health certificate. A valid municipality health certificate (شهادة صحية), or the ability to obtain one.
- Competition experience. Such as the Saudi Barista Championship, listed as a plus.
- Education, nationality and age: Not specified in the available listing.
Salary and Benefits
The listing describes the salary only as “competitive” and based on skill and certification level. No amount, currency, pay frequency or overtime rate is stated. Salary expectations are therefore something to raise directly, and seniors, mid-level baristas, hosts and the trainer will probably be paid differently.
The benefits the listing names are:
- Founding-team position, with growth into lead and supervisory roles as the business expands
- Sponsored SCA certification and continuous training
- Medical insurance, annual leave and statutory benefits
- Premium uniform
- Daily coffee and meal allowance
Details of the insurance level, leave days, allowance value and the meaning of “statutory benefits” are not specified. Growth into lead roles is stated as an opportunity, not a guarantee.
Working Hours and Conditions
The listing says shifts rotate between morning and evening, six days a week, in line with Saudi Labor Law. Shift length, start and end times, break arrangements, weekly rest day and overtime handling are not specified. Rotating shifts matter in practice: an evening-heavy week can affect commuting, family time and sleep, so ask how rotas are published and whether staff can swap.
The contract type is not explicitly stated beyond “Full time,” and nothing is said about probation or contract length.
Location and Commute
The vacancy is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The specific district, branch address and nearby transport are not specified in the available listing. Since the café has not yet opened and the company is confidential, commute time is hard to judge. Ask for the exact location before accepting any shift pattern, particularly if you would be working late evenings.
Application Process
The listing offers an “Easy Apply” button on Bayt. Applicants register or sign in to Bayt and apply through the posting. I could not open the original page, so I am not adding any other link. Use the Bayt listing itself, and do not rely on third-party forms or messages claiming to apply on the employer’s behalf.
The listing adds that shortlisted candidates will be invited to a practical trial at the employer’s training bar. Baristas should expect to demonstrate calibration and latte art, and trainers to show their training work. Who conducts the trial and how long it lasts are not specified.
How to Prepare Your Application
Baristas: State your years in specialty coffee clearly, list the equipment you have worked on, and mention any SCA modules you hold. Include experience with manual brew methods. If you have worked in a high-volume venue, give a rough idea of the scale. Any competition entries belong near the top.
Cashiers / hosts: Highlight POS experience, digital payment systems and cash reconciliation. Mention any role where you handled returning customers or loyalty or CRM tools, since guest recognition is central. State your Arabic and English levels honestly.
Trainers: Prepare a short portfolio: an onboarding outline, a skills-check form or a calibration standard you created. State how many baristas you have trained and whether any went on to certification. List AST or Q Grader credentials if you have them.
All applicants: Mention whether you already hold a municipality health certificate. Make sure your CV shows your current location, notice period and contact details. Do not assume any document is mandatory unless the employer asks for it.
Before You Apply
- Confirm the listing is still open and the closing date.
- Ask for the salary range for your role and level.
- Check whether you are eligible to work in Saudi Arabia, since visa sponsorship is not mentioned.
- Confirm shift lengths, the weekly day off and overtime treatment.
- Ask where the café is located and who your employer of record would be.
Questions to Ask the Employer
- What is the monthly salary range for my role, and how are skill and certification levels assessed?
- Is visa sponsorship or a work permit provided for applicants from outside Saudi Arabia?
- How long is each shift, and how are the morning and evening rotations scheduled?
- What does “statutory benefits” include in practice, and what level of medical insurance is provided?
- How is the sponsored SCA certification arranged, and are there conditions such as a minimum service period?
- What does the practical trial involve, and is it paid or unpaid?
International or Overseas Applicants
The listing does not mention visa sponsorship, airfare, relocation support or accommodation. If you live outside Saudi Arabia, do not resign, buy tickets or pay any fee until the employer has confirmed in writing who will arrange the work visa, who pays for travel, where you will live and what the contract says. Because the employer is confidential, ask for the legal company name before you commit to anything.
Scam and Application Safety
- Apply only through the Bayt listing or a channel the employer confirms in writing.
- Be cautious of anyone asking for recruitment, visa or “training” fees. The listing does not mention any such charge.
- Do not send bank details, card numbers or passport images before you have a formal offer and have confirmed the employer’s identity.
- Get the offer in writing, including salary, shifts, benefits and contract length.
This is general safety guidance. Nothing in this listing suggests anything improper.
Editorial View
This looks like a role for people who see coffee as a profession. Strengths: a founding-team position, sponsored SCA certification, a stated route into lead roles, and the chance to help set standards from the opening. The practical trial also suggests the employer is assessing skill rather than just reading CVs.
The limits are worth weighing. The employer is unnamed, there is no salary figure, the experience requirement is inconsistent, and the concept is new, so there is no operating track record yet. The six-day rotating schedule is demanding, and visa and housing details are absent. It suits experienced baristas and trainers already based in Riyadh, or those with a clear legal right to work there, more than someone planning a move on the strength of this listing alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary?
Not specified in the available listing. It is described as competitive and based on skill and certification level.
Where is the job located?
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The exact address is not specified.
How many days a week do employees work?
Six days per week, in line with Saudi Labor Law.
What are the working hours?
Rotating morning and evening shifts. Exact times and shift length are not specified.
How much experience is needed?
The header shows 3+ years, while the skills section lists 2+ years in specialty coffee for baristas and 4+ years with formal training for trainers. No figure is given for cashiers. Confirm with the employer.
Is an SCA certificate required?
No. SCA certifications are listed as preferred. AST or Q Grader is a strong plus for trainers.
Is visa sponsorship provided?
Not specified in the available listing. Confirm directly with the employer.
Is accommodation provided?
Not specified. The listing mentions a daily coffee and meal allowance, a premium uniform and medical insurance, but not housing.
How do I apply?
Through the “Easy Apply” button on the Bayt listing. Shortlisted candidates are invited to a practical trial.
Do I need a health certificate?
The listing asks for a valid municipality health certificate or the ability to obtain one.
Final Thoughts
For experienced specialty coffee staff in Riyadh, this is a clearly described opening-team opportunity, with strong signals on training and standards. The missing pieces are the salary, the employer’s identity, visa terms and exact shifts. Confirm those first, prepare for the practical trial, and apply only through the Bayt listing.
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