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KL Café Barista

Karl Lagerfeld

Amsterdam
Part-time
0-2 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Customer service
Communication
Multitasking
Attention to detail
Recipe accuracy
Beverage preparation
Espresso preparation
Inventory management
Food safety
Upselling
Organization

Job Description

ABOUT THE BRAND

 

At Karl Lagerfeld, we are driven by Karl’s mantra: “Embrace the present and invent the future.”

 

Always contemporary and forward-looking, the House of KARL LAGERFELD shares the creative vision and design aesthetic of its iconic founder, Karl Lagerfeld.

 

We are the only fashion house that carries Karl’s name on its door and we strive to live up to this responsibility in everything we do, every day, with the utmost joy and passion.

 

Our headquarters in Paris and in Amsterdam are home to a highly diverse and driven team of KARL family members that hail from over 35 countries. Together, we aim to create meaningful stories and product concepts that connect to Karl’s world and iconic attributes.

 

Women’s & Men's ready-to-wear, bags, small leather goods, swimwear and underwear are managed directly from our Amsterdam headquarters, while other categories, including footwear, fragrances, eyewear and more, are developed with best-in-class licensing partners.

 

We connect with our consumers on multiple levels, ensuring that our online and offline approach goes hand in hand. We thrive to maximize consumer engagement via more than 200 KL stores worldwide, our premium wholesale partners, and our strong digital footprint, spearheaded by our karllagerfeld.com  flagship store, which reaches 96 countries. Our digital channels currently represent more than 30% of our overall full-price business.

 

We are a dynamic, fast-growing and inclusive company built on professionalism and strong values. At KARL LAGERFELD we’re committed to working toward the highest standards of sustainability and integrity across all areas of our business. In 2019, KARL LAGERFELD joined as a founding member of the Fashion Pact, a global sustainability initiative seeking to transform the fashion industry through objectives in three areas: climate, biodiversity and ocean protection.


Key Responsibilities

  1. Customer Service: Greet customers, take orders, answer questions, and create a welcoming environment.
  2. Beverage Preparation: Prepare espresso drinks, teas, cold beverages, and food items following exact recipes and presentation standards.
  3. Cleanliness & Organization: Keep counters, equipment and selling areas clean and organised to a high standard.
  4. Stocking & Inventory: Restock ingredients, syrups, milk, and supplies including the Retail area of the Cafe
  5. Safety & Compliance: Follow food safety, health, and security procedures.
  6. Upselling & Customer Engagement: Recommend products, personalize orders, and build customer loyalty.

 

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Skills and Qualifications
  1. Strong communication and customer‑service skills
  2. Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
  3. Attention to detail and recipe accuracy


Work Environment & Expectations
  1. Retail café setting
  2. Upholding the Karl Lagerfeld culture, values, and Brand experience


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JOIN #TEAMKARL

The collective vision of KARL LAGERFELD is to be the most connected global designer brand, inspiring consumers through luxury collections and immersing them in the World of KARL. If you are interested in joining #TEAMKARL, we invite you to submit your application today.

 

 

At #TEAMKARL, everyone has the freedom to give their opinion, grow in their career and be part of a genuinely caring and inclusive team. We welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives, ideas and experiences to work with us.

 

 

 

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING JOB POSTINGS

 

Please be advised that all legitimate job opportunities at KARL LAGERFELD are published exclusively on our official careers page and on selected partner platforms that redirect directly to our career site.

 

We strongly recommend applicants to only apply through our verified channels and remain vigilant against unofficial job offers.

 

KARL LAGERFELD will never request any form of payment during the recruitment process.

 

If you come across suspicious job postings or receive unexpected communication about a position, please contact us immediately at [email protected]

Core Responsibilities

The barista is responsible for providing excellent customer service, preparing high-quality beverages, and maintaining a clean and organized café environment. They must also manage inventory, restock supplies, and adhere to all food safety and security protocols.

Requirements

Candidates should possess strong communication and customer-service skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining brand standards are essential for this role.

About Karl Lagerfeld

Industry: Retail Apparel and Fashion

Company size: 501-1,000 employees

Balancing Parisian heritage and contemporary innovation, the Maison KARL LAGERFELD celebrates the endless creativity of its founder — design icon Karl Lagerfeld — and carries his legacy into the future. Inspired by his own curiosity and passion for innovation, employees are encouraged to explore opportunities, embrace challenges, and shape their futures. Based between offices in Amsterdam and Paris, KARL LAGERFELD’s international teams are diverse and ambitious — an eclectic, inclusive and powerful community of purpose-driven people. Self-expression and collaboration are at the core of the company ethos, where fresh perspectives are welcomed and integrity is always valued. From the early phases of your professional journey to new challenges for experienced candidates, careers at KARL LAGERFELD offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the world of fashion.

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