Barista

Head Barista (Lead Barista) ☕

Ocho Cafe - Mission Viejo, CA

About Us

Ocho Cafe is a vibrant, community-focused cafe in Mission Viejo known for our dedication to high-quality, ethically sourced coffee and our imaginative menu of crafted specialty beverages. We are seeking a highly experienced, dedicated, and skilled Head Barista to lead our bar operations, elevate our team's performance, and ensure our beverage program is consistently world-class.

The Role

We are seeking a seasoned Head Barista with 3–5 years of professional experience in a high-volume, quality-driven cafe environment. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the coffee bar. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in coffee and a proven ability to consistently execute a wide range of specialty drinks, including matcha lattes, seasonal crafted beverages, and complex espresso preparations.

Key ResponsibilitiesHands-On Leadership & Quality Control

• Lead by Example : Be a hands-on leader, personally working shifts on the bar, especially during peak hours, to demonstrate efficiency, speed, and precision in beverage making.
• Beverage Mastery : Prepare and serve all coffee, espresso, and specialty drinks, ensuring consistency and quality with every cup.
• Quality Assurance : Maintain the highest standards for all beverages, including regularly dialing in espresso, calibrating grinders, and ensuring precise execution of specialty drinks like matcha lattes and house-made creations.
• Bar Direction : Direct and manage the daily operations of the coffee bar, ensuring efficiency, cleanliness, and organization.

Team Development & Operations

Qualifications

Perks & Benefits

How to Apply

If you are a proven coffee leader with the expertise and passion to guide our bar team at Ocho Cafe, we encourage you to apply!

Please submit your detailed resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant hands-on leadership and specialty beverage experience