Barista

KAFFA STUDIO

Craft Coffee. Coffee Omakase Bar · Lodha Signet, Worli

About Kaffa Studio

Kaffa Studio is a specialty coffee brand built for people who want to fall in love with brewing, not just drinking. We are launching India’s first Coffee Omakase Bar, as a physical space to build on that vision. Our omakase bar is the theatre where that happens — a circular counter, a front-row seat, and a coffee course built the way a chef builds a tasting menu. Our retail section builds on that theatre with products, consumers can enjoy at home.

Founded by IIM Ahmedabad alumnus, we are well-funded with backing from strong investors.

We're a young brand with big ambitions, which means every person on the floor shapes what Kaffa becomes. The early roles are one of the most important seats at that table.

Openings

NOW CASTING

1. Head Host

Head Bartender-Barista · Outlet Manager · Storyteller

LOCATION

Kaffa Studio Omakase Bar,

Lodha Park Signet, Worli, Mumbai

REPORTS

TO

Founders, Kaffa Studio

EMPLOYMENT

TYPE

Full-time

TEAM SIZE

Leading a floor team of

baristas and hosts

2. Barista

Drink Craft · Guest Service · Bar Support

LOCATION

Kaffa Studio Omakase Bar,

Lodha Signet, Worli, Mumbai

REPORTS

TO

Head Host, Kaffa Studio

EMPLOYMENT

TYPE

Full-time

WORKS

ALONGSIDE

The Head Host

How to Apply

Send your CV or/and a short note on why you'd be a great fit to paarrth@boldkaffa.com OR 9821574919, with the role you are applying for; e.g., 'Head Host — Kaffa Studio' in the subject line. Bonus points for telling us anything interesting/innovative about coffee.

Kaffa Studio. Craft Coffee. — Brew your own story.

Job Description

1. Head Host

Head Bartender-Barista · Outlet Manager · Storyteller

LOCATION

Kaffa Studio Omakase Bar,

Lodha Park Signet, Worli, Mumbai

REPORTS

TO

Founders, Kaffa Studio

EMPLOYMENT

TYPE

Full-time

TEAM SIZE

Leading a floor team of

baristas and hosts

The Role

We're looking for a Head Host to run the floor of our omakase bar — part bartender, part barista, part outlet manager, and full-time face of Kaffa Studio. You'll be the one guests remember: pulling shots and building courses with precision, narrating the story behind every bean and brew method, and quietly making sure the whole outlet — people, stock, standards — runs like clockwork. If you love coffee craft as much as you love people, this role was written for you.

What You'll Do

Host the Omakase

—  Lead guests through our seasonal tasting courses, table-side — think of yourself as the narrator, not just the server.

—  Read the room and personalise the experience for first-timers, regulars, and our inner circle of Kaffa Council members alike.

—  Turn every session into a reason for a guest to come back — and to bring someone with them.

Own the Bar

—  Execute our brew recipes — Moka Pot, V60 pour-over, Cold Brew Tower and beyond — with consistency and precision, every single cup.

—  Hold the line on process: dial-in, extraction, temperature, timing. Attention to detail isn't optional here, it's the whole point.

—  Taste, calibrate, and troubleshoot like a barista; plate and present like it's an actual omakase.

Run the Floor

—  Manage day-to-day outlet operations — opening and closing, inventory, equipment upkeep, vendor and supply coordination.

—  Own rostering and shift management for the on-floor team.

—  Keep the space guest-ready at all times — this is a stage as much as it is a store.

Lead the Team

—  Train, mentor, and hold baristas and hosts to Kaffa's standard of craft and hospitality.

—  Be the go-to problem-solver on the floor — for guests, for the team, and for the founders.

What We're Looking For

—  Solid hands-on experience in specialty coffee, bartending, or high-touch hospitality — you know your way around a bar.

—  A trained palate and genuine curiosity about brewing craft, sourcing, and process.

—  Natural, high-EQ people skills — you can charm a table without ever feeling scripted.

—  Prior experience in outlet, store, or floor management — comfortable owning operations, not just service.

—  Obsessive attention to detail, especially when it comes to following recipes and process.

—  A sense of showmanship — you enjoy performing, telling stories, and making a small counter feel like an event.

Nice to Have

—  Certifications or training in specialty coffee (SCA or equivalent).

—  Experience opening or setting up a new outlet.

—  A personal brewing habit or point of view on coffee you love talking about.

What You'll Get

—  A front-row seat in building a young, ambitious specialty coffee brand from the ground up.

—  Real ownership over the guest experience and floor operations, not just a job description on paper.

—  A team that takes coffee seriously and itself a little less so.

Job Description

2. Barista

Drink Craft · Guest Service · Bar Support

LOCATION

Kaffa Studio Omakase Bar,

Lodha Signet, Worli, Mumbai

REPORTS

TO

Head Host, Kaffa Studio

EMPLOYMENT

TYPE

Full-time

WORKS

ALONGSIDE

The Head Host

The Role

We're looking for a Barista to be the engine room of our omakase bar — the steady hands behind every cup, working shoulder-to-shoulder with our Head Host. You'll handle the bulk of our drink prep, keep take-away moving without ever feeling rushed, and make sure every guest — whether they're seated for the full course or grabbing a cup on their way out — gets a Kaffa-standard experience. If you love the craft side of coffee and take real pride in doing it exactly right, every single time, this is your seat.

What You'll Do

Craft the Drinks

—  Prepare drinks across our brew methods — Moka Pot, V60 pour-over, Cold Brew Tower and beyond — following our recipes precisely, every cup, every time.

—  Support the Head Host during tasting sessions — prep and stage each course so the story never has to pause for the coffee.

—  Keep an eye on the details that matter: dose, grind, temperature, timing — consistency is the whole job.

Take Care of the Guest

—  Handle take-away and walk-in orders quickly and accurately, without ever making it feel like a production line.

—  Be a warm, attentive presence at the bar — greet, guide, and genuinely enjoy the small talk.

—  Pick up guest cues and flag anything the Head Host should personally step in for.

Keep the Bar Running

—  Manage day-to-day bar prep — stocking, restocking, and setting up before each shift.

—  Keep equipment clean, calibrated, and ready to go — a well-run bar is a quiet bar.

—  Support the Head Host on basic inventory checks and highlight what's running low.

What We're Looking For

—  Some hands-on experience behind a coffee bar — café, QSR, or specialty coffee background is a plus.

—  A genuine interest in coffee craft and a willingness to learn our specific recipes and standards.

—  Friendly, easygoing people skills — you like people, and it shows.

—  Sharp attention to detail, especially under a bit of pressure during busy hours.

—  Comfortable multitasking between table service, take-away, and prep without dropping the ball.

Nice to Have

—  Prior barista training or certification (SCA or equivalent).

—  Experience working take-away or high-volume counters.

—  A personal curiosity about coffee — beans, brewing, or just really liking to talk about it.

What You'll Get

—  Hands-on training across every brew method we run, taught properly, from day one.

—  A clear growth path — this is exactly the seat the Head Host role is built from.

—  A team that takes coffee seriously and itself a little less so.