Origin Coffee Roasting
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R6 500/month
Origin Coffee Roasting in Woodstock is Cape Town's original specialty roastery, we've been roasting since 2006. We're looking for a barista who can also assist with light food service and wholesale training.\n\nThis is a full-time position at our Old Biscuit Mill cafe.\n\nDay to day:\n• Espresso, filter, and batch brew service\n• Light breakfast and lunch food prep assistance\n• Stock management and opening/closing duties\n• Training new wholesale cafe clients on our equipment and technique\n\nWhat we're looking for:\n• 1+ years barista experience\n• Excellent time management and ability to multitask\n• Comfortable with basic food handling\n• Passion for coffee and genuine hospitality instinct\n\nWe're a team of 70+ across our roastery, cafe, and training centre, there's room to grow here.
Posted 20 June 2026
Size
51–100 employees
Location
Cape Town, Woodstock
Industry
Coffee Shop / Roastery
Origin Coffee Roasting is one of South Africa's most respected specialty coffee brands, with their flagship café and roastery in De Waterkant. They roast single-origin beans in-house and are known for their meticulous approach to coffee quality and barista training.
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Anonymous
Barista · Current · 2025-11
Pros: If coffee is your passion, this is the best employer in Cape Town. The training is world-class. Management respects your craft.
Cons: Pay is on the lower end for the skill level required. Peak hours in the morning are very intense.
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Thandeka N.
Senior Barista · Current · 2025-09
Pros: Origin sends their top baristas to coffee competitions. Coffee sourcing trips to Ethiopia and Rwanda are available for senior staff.
Cons: Advancement to management level requires patience.
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