Arjun Kumar

Award-winning Coffee Professional with 5+ years of experience in specialty coffee, quality control, barista training, and beverage innovation. Currently working as Quality Control & Head Brew Master with expertise in espresso calibration, multi-outlet coffee standardization, and signature beverage development. Recognized competition participant and champion with strong sensory skills, advanced brewing knowledge, and leadership in high-volume café environments.

Quality Control & Head Brew Master - Katha Specialty Coffee - Hyderabad

(2025-01)

• Leading coffee quality control across multiple outlets
• Standardizing espresso calibration (dose, yield, extraction time)
• Creating SOPs for beverage consistency and workflow
• Training junior and senior baristas on specialty coffee standards
• Developing seasonal menus, signature lattes, and coffee mocktails
• Monitoring milk quality, extraction balance, and taste profiling
• Coordinating with operations and central kitchen for quality assurance
• Improved espresso consistency across outlets
• Designed innovative fruit-based and specialty coffee menu
• Strengthened barista training structure and skill development

Brew Master - Roastery Coffee House - Hyderabad

(2023-01 - 2025-12)

• Managing brew bar and daily coffee operations
• Dialing espresso and grinder calibration
• Developing unique specialty drinks and café innovations
• Conducting barista training and performance evaluation
• Maintaining coffee quality, hygiene, and workflow standards

Head Barista - Hyatt Regency Dehradun - Dehradun

(2022-01 - 2023-12)

• Preparing high-quality espresso and specialty beverages
• Maintaining luxury hospitality coffee service standards
• Handling peak-hour service with consistency and speed
• Machine maintenance and cleaning protocols

Barista - Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters

(2021-01 - 2022-12)

• Manual brewing (V60, AeroPress, French Press)
• Espresso extraction and milk texturing
• Customer engagement and specialty coffee education
• Quality-focused beverage preparation

Junior Barista - The High Brooks Café - Delhi

(2019-01 - 2021-12)

• Assisting in coffee preparation and service
• Supporting senior baristas during rush hours
• Maintaining cleanliness and station setup
• Basic espresso and café operations

Bachelor of Arts - BA - Delhi University (2022-01)

CBSE 12th

CBSE 10th