Head Barista
Head Barista – noble.
At noble. we are more than just a café – we are a destination for exceptional food, warm hospitality, and unforgettable experiences.
We pride ourselves on creating a space where great food, great coffee, and great people come together. Situated in the heart of Dunedin, noble. is where creativity meets community, and every detail is crafted with care.
As we prepare to open our doors, we’re searching for a Head Barista who is as passionate about coffee as we are about hospitality — someone who can lead our coffee offering and create consistently exceptional experiences, one cup at a time.
The Role:As the Head Barista at noble., you will be the face of our coffee offering. You’ll lead by example behind the machine, take ownership of coffee quality, and help cultivate a team culture that values speed, consistency, and care.
This is a full-time, permanent position where you’ll play a key role in shaping noble’s identity as a café known for world-class coffee and warm, genuine service. You’ll work closely with our leadership team to ensure our coffee offering is always evolving, always excellent, and always on point.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead the day-to-day coffee operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency in every cup.
- Dial in daily, maintain equipment, and stay sharp on the tools — delivering coffee that sets the tone for the café.
- Train, support, and inspire the wider front-of-house team to elevate their barista skills and uphold our service values.
- Manage workflow behind the bar to ensure smooth, fast, and friendly service — especially during peak hours.
- Uphold exceptional cleanliness, organisation, and professionalism at the coffee station at all times.
- Contribute to a welcoming and upbeat team culture where staff feel supported and customers feel seen and appreciated.
- Monitor coffee stock levels and work with suppliers to ensure we’re always operating at our best..
- Has proven experience as a senior or head barista in a busy, high-volume café environment.
- Is deeply passionate about coffee and genuinely excited to share that passion with others.
- Has excellent technical skills on a commercial machine — speed, consistency, and precision are second nature to you.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can maintain calm, positive energy under pressure.
- Is a natural leader who lifts others up and takes pride in building a cohesive, high-performing team.
- Is detail-oriented, reliable, and organised, with a strong sense of ownership and pride in their craft.
- Is available to work one regular weekend day, and early mornings.
- A competitive wage of $30.00+ per hour, depending on experience.
- The chance to lead the coffee programme at one of Dunedin’s most exciting new café openings.
- A strong voice in shaping noble’s identity as a café known for top-tier coffee and unforgettable service.
- A positive, values-driven work environment where your growth and creativity are encouraged.
- A work-life balance that respects your time and wellbeing — no night shifts.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to continue growing in your craft.
If you’re a barista who leads with passion, performs with precision, and thrives in a people-first culture, we’d love to hear from you!