About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Introduction
Do you find joy in the swirl of whipped cream atop a fresh tiramisu or the aroma of expertly brewed espresso? We’re on the lookout for a talented Dessert Chef & Barista to join our cozy Sharjah coffee shop. If your passion lies in both sweet creations and the art of coffee, this is your chance to bring smiles to our guests and be part of something special in the city’s vibrant café scene.
About the Company
We’re a neighborhood gem in Sharjah, known for our welcoming atmosphere and creative desserts that make regulars out of first-timers. Our team is small but mighty — think of us as a family where everyone’s ideas matter, and Friday morning menu tastings are a highlight. We believe in genuine hospitality, supporting each other, and bringing a bit of sweetness (literally) to every customer’s day. If you’ve ever wanted your cakes or cappuccinos to become someone’s new favorite, you’ll fit right in.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Preparing a range of desserts daily — tiramisu, cheesecake, pancakes, and your own signature treats are all welcome!
- Crafting espresso-based drinks, from silky lattes to robust Americanos, all with a personal touch.
- Collaborating with the kitchen team to keep things running smoothly during busy periods.
- Maintaining a clean and organized workstation — because good desserts start with good habits.
- Occasionally suggesting new menu items or seasonal specials (your creativity won’t go unnoticed).
- Helping with ingredient inventory and ensuring everything stays fresh and ready for action.
What You’ll Bring
- Experience preparing desserts and working with coffee — whether in a café, bakery, or your own kitchen.
- A genuine enthusiasm for both baking and brewing, plus a willingness to learn new recipes or techniques.
- Attention to detail and pride in presentation — after all, people eat with their eyes first.
- Team spirit, flexibility, and a can-do attitude (sometimes you’ll wear more than one hat in a day).
- Nice-to-Haves:
- Barista training or specialty coffee knowledge.
- Past experience in a fast-paced café or dessert shop.
- Creative flair for inventing new dessert ideas.
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary, paid on time — no guessing games.
- A supportive, friendly team that celebrates wins big and small.
- Opportunities to showcase your dessert creations and contribute to seasonal menus.
- Flexible scheduling where possible, with respect for work/life balance.
- Staff discounts on food and drinks (yes, your sweet tooth will thank you).
- A relaxed, welcoming workspace in the heart of Sharjah — no corporate stuffiness here.
We believe work should be both rewarding and enjoyable. If you’re ready to share your passion for desserts and coffee, let’s chat!
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through how you would prepare one of your favorite desserts from scratch?
- How do you ensure consistent quality and presentation when making multiple desserts or coffee drinks during a busy rush?
- Tell us about your experience working with espresso machines and preparing a range of coffee beverages. Are there any techniques you use to get the perfect extraction?
- If a customer requests a dessert that’s not currently on the menu, how would you handle the situation?
- Describe a time when you had to collaborate closely with a team member to keep things running smoothly in a fast-paced environment. What worked well?
- Have you ever contributed a new menu item or seasonal special at a previous job? How did you come up with the idea, and what was the response?
- What steps do you take to keep your workstation organized and hygienic, especially when juggling multiple tasks?
- Tell us about a time you received constructive feedback regarding your desserts or drinks. How did you respond and what did you learn?
- How do you approach inventory checks for ingredients to ensure nothing runs out unexpectedly?
- In your view, what makes for great hospitality in a neighborhood café like ours?
- How do you stay inspired to try new recipes or improve your skills, both in baking and coffee-making?
- Our team is small and we value open communication. How do you handle situations where you need to ask for help or share your own ideas?
- Sometimes you might need to switch between roles quickly. How comfortable are you with wearing multiple hats, and can you provide an example from your past experience?
- What excites you most about working in a close-knit café environment, and how do you see yourself contributing to our unique atmosphere?