Senior Barista (Bewild)

Senior Barista

About Bewild

Bewild, an extension of the parent company Beforest, is a sustainable food brand catering to conscientious consumers. We pride ourselves on sourcing products from large-scale permaculture farms, ensuring a diverse range of wild and natural produce reminiscent of a forest's bounty. Our offerings span various categories, including Specialty Coffee, Native Rice Varieties, Pulses, Millets, Spices, Spreads & Condiments, Seasonal veggies and fruits. With our commitment to diversity, quality, and a loyal consumer base, Bewild is positioned to lead the charge in providing sustainable, healthy food options to the market.

The Beforest Experience Centre brings this philosophy to life as a physical space - a café, a merchandise zone showcasing Bewild's produce, and a community area for events and gatherings - as part of the Experience Centre initiative launching in November 2026.

Learn more: https://bewild.life/

Job description: Senior Barista

About the role:

Company: Bewild (An extension of Beforest)
Location: Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana
Employment Type: Full-time | On-site
Experience: 3+ years as a barista in a café/specialty coffee setting
Reporting To: Experience Centre Manager

Compensation & Benefits:

·         Salary: ₹23,000 – ₹27,000 per month, based on experience.

·         Health insurance coverage of ₹5 lakh, subject to the applicable policy terms.

·         Gratuity as per applicable statutory provisions.

·         One complimentary beverage per shift.

·         Note: Meals and accommodation are not provided.

·         On-the-job training and a structured four-day induction during the first week, covering Bewild and Beforest's culture, systems, operational processes, and product knowledge.

Work Schedule

This is an on-ground, guest-facing role at a café that operates through the week, including weekends.

·         Shift: 9 hours/day.

• Overtime (OT) is paid extra if required, and only when approved by Management.
  
• One weekly off, on a weekday (not Saturday or Sunday, since these are peak café days).
  
• Working on a government/public holiday earns one additional day off (comp-off) plus overtime pay for that day.
  

Role Overview

The Senior Barista leads the coffee bar on their shift - crafting food & beverages to Bewild's standards, keeping service moving during rush hours, and mentoring the junior baristas on the team. This is a hands-on, guest-facing role with real ownership of quality and training.

Key Responsibilities

·         Prepare and serve food and beverages, including espresso-based and specialty drinks, consistently and to Bewild’s recipes and quality standards.

·         Assemble and warm food items (such as sandwiches, bakes and snacks) to Bewild’s presentation and food-safety standards.

·         Create and develop recipes for the café menu, in consultation with the Bewild team.

·         Lead the bar during shifts, coordinating workflow and pacing service through peak hours.

·         Train and mentor junior baristas on brewing technique, machine handling, calibration, and customer service.

·         Maintain and troubleshoot espresso machines, grinders, and brewing equipment, including daily cleaning routines.

·         Manage stock of coffee, milk, syrups, and other bar consumables, and assist with ordering and inventory counts.

·         Deliver warm, attentive guest service and confidently talk guests through Bewild's coffee, products, and story.

·         Operate the POS system and handle cash/card transactions accurately.

·         Uphold hygiene and food-safety standards at the bar and across the café.

·         Step into shift-lead responsibilities in the Manager's absence.

·         Support other departments and cross-functional teams as needed.

Requirements

·         Minimum 3+ years of experience as a barista in a café or specialty coffee shop.

·         Strong hands-on skills - espresso extraction, milk texturing/latte art, and manual brewing methods such as pour-over, french press, etc.

·         Prior experience training or mentoring junior staff is preferred.

·         Basic understanding of stock and inventory management.

·         Good communication skills and a genuine customer-service orientation.

·         Willing to work 9-hour shifts, including weekends.

·         A genuine commitment to going above and beyond for every customer.