We're seeking a Head/Lead Barista to work on a contract or consulting basis, focused on menu development, recipe engineering, and quality control for our super-automatic vending coffee format. This is not a traditional bar-service role — it's about translating specialty coffee craft into repeatable, machine-executed recipes that scale across dozens of unattended locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and refine technical recipe cards (dosing, grind, water ratios, milk programs, syrup integration) for the Necta Crea Touch platform
- Design and test seasonal and core menu beverages suited to a vending/super-automatic format
- Calibrate machines to ensure consistent taste, texture, and presentation across locations
- Establish quality control standards and taste-testing protocols for licensees
- Document recipes and calibration settings in a format that non-barista staff and licensees can execute consistently
- Troubleshoot recipe and equipment issues reported by licensees, in coordination with the Operations team
- Advise on bean/ingredient selection and sourcing as it relates to recipe performance in automated equipment
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Strong barista background with hands-on experience in recipe development and quality control
- Direct experience with Necta Crea Touch or similar super-automatic/bean-to-cup machines (strongly preferred)
- Comfortable working in a vending/unattended-retail context rather than traditional café service
- Able to translate craft technique into standardized, scalable, documented processes
- Experience training non-specialist staff or licensees on recipe execution is a plus
- Based in or able to work on-site in Miami, FL
Engagement Details
- Type: Contract / consulting (project-based or ongoing, to be discussed)
- Location: Miami, FL (on-site access to production facility required)
- Reports to: Head of Operations, with collaboration across Production and executive team
Pay: $40.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
