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kōhmi. is a young coffee and matcha shop in the City of London. We are building a simple, beautiful space centred around quality, calm, and good people.

We believe in crafting an atmosphere through great coffee, carefully prepared Japanese teas, and warm, genuine hospitality. The space is designed to feel calm and welcoming during a busy day in the City.

As a small business, every member of the team plays an important role in shaping the experience and culture from day one. We value kindness, attention to detail, and people who care about creating something special together.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Head Barista, you will be the person we rely on to set the tone for the shop, both in the quality of the coffee and in the warmth of the experience we create for our guests.

You will lead the day-to-day running of kōhmi., working closely with the founders to bring our vision to life. We need someone experienced and confident who can work independently, make good decisions under pressure, and naturally create an environment where people feel looked after.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Leading the daily operations of the shop, including opening, closing, and ensuring smooth service
- Preparing and serving high-quality coffee, matcha, and other drinks to a consistently excellent standard
- Creating a welcoming, calm atmosphere for every guest
- Supervising and supporting the barista team, helping them develop and maintain our standards
- Managing stock, placing orders, and keeping the shop well-organised
- Helping shape how we do things, from workflow and service to the overall guest experience
- Being a trusted point of contact when the founders are not on-site

WHAT WE OFFER

- A genuine opportunity to shape a brand and business from day one
- Close working relationship with the founders, with ability to contribute to the commercial side of building a coffee business
- A calm, thoughtfully designed workspace in the heart of the City
- A team that values kindness, quality, and doing things properly

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

- Proven barista experience, with strong technical skills in coffee preparation
- A genuine passion for coffee and an interest in the craft behind it
- Experience managing or supervising in a café or hospitality setting
- A self-driven approach, with the confidence to manage the shop independently
- A warm, positive presence that naturally makes people feel comfortable
- The ability to work quickly and smoothly, interacting and serving guests with warmth
- Reliability, trustworthiness, and a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to help build something new