THE BUTTERY, 10 Bedford Row, Limerick, Co. Limerick, V94 V3H1
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Job Description
About the Role
We’re looking for a skilled and passionate Head of Coffee & Training to lead our coffee program at The Buttery. This role combines hands‑on barista excellence with responsibility for training and developing our entire coffee team. You’ll be the driving force behind quality, consistency, and innovation — making sure every cup of coffee reflects our standards, while also building a culture of learning and growth across the team.
Minimum Requirements
2–3 years’ experience as a senior barista, barista trainer, or coffee lead
Expert knowledge of specialty coffee, brewing techniques, latte art, and bar operations
Proven experience in staff training, mentoring, or team leadership
Excellent communication, organisation, and people skills
Passionate about customer service and continuous improvement
Flexible, reliable, and calm under pressure
Availability to work early mornings, Sunday–Saturday
Main Areas of Responsibility
Coffee Quality & Innovation — Lead daily coffee operations and ensure consistent drink quality, maintain and calibrate coffee equipment and grinders, develop seasonal specials and keep the coffee offering exciting and on‑trend, work with management to review suppliers, beans, and blends
Training & Development — Design and deliver training for new and existing staff on coffee, service standards and HACCP compliance, mentor and support baristas in improving skills, confidence, and speed of service, conduct refresher sessions to maintain consistency across the team, create a positive training culture that motivates staff to take pride in their craft
Operational Leadership — Manage bar workflow during busy service periods, monitor stock, conduct stock checks, support ordering of coffee‑related supplies, ensure all Health & Safety and HACCP requirements are met, collaborate with floor and kitchen management to ensure seamless service
The Ideal Candidate
A true coffee enthusiast with a passion for specialty drinks
An engaging trainer who enjoys teaching and mentoring others
Highly organised and detail‑focused, with a hands‑on approach
Customer‑focused and committed to creating memorable experiences
Motivated to raise standards and inspire a team
Benefits of Working at The Buttery
Professional barista training & development opportunities
Opportunities to represent and grow our coffee program
Experiential development opportunities
Staff discounts on food & drinks
Supportive, team‑focused environment
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Work Location: In person
Sector: accommodation and food service activities
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Managerial)
Candidate Requirements
Essential
Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 2
Desirable
Ability Skills: Communications, Customer Service, Hospitality
Competency Skills: Decision Making, Flexibility, Teamwork, Time Management
Driving Licence: None
Languages: English B2-Upper intermediate
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