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Barista - The Abu Dhabi EDITION

United Arab Emirates The Abu Dhabi EDITION Estimated salary: AED 2,500–4,500 per month, typically with service charge, accommodation, transportation and other hotel benefits depending on the employment package
Role summary

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The Barista prepares and serves coffee, tea, specialty beverages and other refreshments while maintaining The Abu Dhabi EDITION’s service standards. Candidates should have hospitality or café experience, good knowledge of coffee preparation, strong communication skills and a professional, guest-focused attitude. The role requires accurate order taking, safe and hygienic food-handling practices, equipment cleaning, stock awareness and the ability to work efficiently during busy periods. Flexibility for shifts, weekends and holidays is expected. Previous experience in a luxury hotel, restaurant or specialty coffee environment is advantageous, while a positive attitude, teamwork and attention to detail are essential.

About the employer

The Abu Dhabi EDITION is a luxury lifestyle hotel located in the Al Bateen Marina area of Abu Dhabi. It is part of EDITION Hotels, a Marriott International brand known for combining high-end accommodation with distinctive design, restaurants, bars and social spaces. The property offers stylish guest rooms and suites, premium dining venues, event facilities, wellness services and personalized hospitality. EDITION hotels place strong emphasis on service, atmosphere, presentation and creating memorable guest experiences. Employees work in an international environment with opportunities to develop careers across food and beverage, rooms, events and hotel operations. As a Marriott-affiliated property, The Abu Dhabi EDITION may also provide structured training, staff benefits and access to wider hospitality career opportunities, subject to the specific employment contract.

What the job usually comes with in the UAE

Usual for the UAE, varies by employer. Checked October 2026.

HousingShared company housing, 2 to 4 per room; a single room or an allowance for managers
Meals2 to 3 meals a shift; staff bus
FlightsJoining flight; home ticket every 1 or 2 years
Service charge10% added to bills, but no law sets the staff share; about USD 80 to 400 a month
ContractUsually 2 years; probation 6 months at most
Leave30 days; end-of-service gratuity of 21 days' pay a year (by law)
Income tax0%

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in the UAE?

How it works: Employer-sponsored and employer-paid by law; no local-first test; Gulf nationals need no permit.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation: workers' rights. Checked October 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

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