Ridham Parikh

Specialty coffee professional with 2+ years of progressive experience in high-volume specialty coffee environments. Advanced from Barista to Shift Manager, with expertise in espresso calibration, manual brewing, sensory evaluation, and team leadership. SCA certified in Barista Skills. Strong focus on consistency, guest experience, and operational excellence.

Coffee Quality Specialist & Barista Trainer - Roastery Cultr - Ahmedabad

(2025-09 - 2026-02)

• Conducted espresso calibration and brew standardization
• Trained junior baristas in extraction theory, workflow, and customer engagement
• Performed sensory evaluation and quality control for in-house roasting
• Assisted in SOP development for consistency across shifts

Shift Manager - Curators Coffee - Vadodara

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

• Managed daily café operations and 5+ staff members
• Oversaw inventory, ordering, and cash handling
• Maintained brew quality standards during peak service
• Improved workflow efficiency and team coordination

Head Barista - Curators Coffee - Vadodara

(2025-01 - 2025-04)

• Led espresso calibration and brew recipe optimization
• Trained new hires on espresso & manual brewing
• Maintained machine health and grinder alignment

Barista - Curators Coffee - Vadodara

(2024-03 - 2024-12)

• Prepared espresso-based beverages and manual brews
• Delivered high guest satisfaction through personalized service
• Maintained consistency in extraction and milk texturing

Masters of Business Administration - HR - NMIMS, Mumbai (2026)

Bachelor's - Journalism & Mass Communication - Navrachana University, Vadodara (2020 - 2023)