With coffee culture sweeping the world baristas are fast becoming a class of their own. Opportunities are many for those that have the right appetite and attitude for a thirst for knowledge and skills. As with Wine Stewards and dedicated Waiters becoming a sought after Barista could be a smart career move. Hear about some of our up and coming candidates; how they describe themselves in one sentence, about their five year goal plan and ambitions for their futures, who their role models are and what book they are reading.
Sibusiso Zwane
Sun Time Square, Sun International
Fun, energetic and goal driven.
Being in a senior position and achieving all my five year goals.
Peter John He is professional and on top of things.
Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
Barista Bontle Rahube
Southern Sun Montecasino
“I am a hard working and driven individual who isn’t afraid to face a challenge. In five years time I see myself owning my own coffee shop, selling one of the best coffee and signature drinks. My former high school English teacher Simon Tshabalala is my role model, he has inspired me to always be positive in everything I do and that I am capable of achieving anything that I put my mind into. I am currently reading Being Positive In A Negative World by my mentor and former high school English teacher Simon Tshabalala.”
Timothy Rakgwatla
Southern Sun Gauteng
I thrive on challenge and constantly set goals for myself.
I would like to see myself running my own coffee shop in five years time.
Christiano Ronaldo He is ambitious and driven.
The Greatest Battle I Ever Fought by Onkarabile Wisdom Mokoto
Nomfundo Mbuyiseli
The Vineyard Hotel
Self motivated and working very hard to become better.
I would like to be a better and more professional barista.
Winston Thomas The Champion Barista. He is very humble and willing to share knowledge to others.
Hard Work Never Fails by Zakaria Aarab
Anathi Maqoqa
The President Hotel
I am a hard worker, always willing to learn.
I want to own a coffee shop one day.
Cedric Sibi He was a winner in this competition.
Ground Up Skills
Nandipha Msindeli
Southern Sun 1st Team
I would describe myself as someone who is wiling to learn and who likes challenges.
In a leadership position in Food & Beverage
Khuselo, our previous Front Office Manager. He told me about growing up in hospitality and how he developed. This inspired my growth in hospitality.
Jacquin Diedericks
Lanzerac Hotel & Spa
“I am a family orientated person, well driven and working hard towards being part of the management team at Lanzerac Hotel & Spa. In the next five years I would like to open a business within the hospitality industry. My role model is my F&B Manager Johan van Zyl – he is sets a fine example each day and inspires me to go further.”
Mthokozisi Nkomo
Southern Sun A Team
Confident, passionate individual who loves working with people.
Working on cruise ships.
Lehlohonolo Litsibane
The Rockefeller Hotel
Focused, patient and bubbly.
I’d like to own my own coffee shop
My Mother She believes in me.
A Commonplace Killing by Siân Busby
Shaun Mki
The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa
I don’t rest until its done well.
I would like to open a Barista training school.
Apostle Kona TD Jakes As I grow up in the ministry he introduced the good news to me.
Jeighman Zarira
The Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
I thrive on challenges and constantly set goals for myself to strive towards.
In five years, I hope to be leading larger projects and manage larger teams.
James Hoffmann He is constantly gathering knowledge about coffee
Charles Maboshigo
Ivory Manor Boutique Hotel
I am a calm person, passionate about coffee.
Being a role player in the coffee industry, owning a Mobile coffee bar.
Ishan Natalie for opening up coffee industry in South Africa
Walking With Tigers: Success Secrets from the World’s Top Business Leaders by Frank Furness
Thato Makaudi
De Hoek Country Hotel
I am a positive, focussed, young hard worker, passionate about my work. A person you can rely upon.
Being my own leader and having my own company.
Vusi Thembekwayo He’s focussed, dedicated and one of the youngest entrepreneurs in South Africa.
Day Trading For Beginners: How To Quit Your Job And Get Rich Day Trading By Devon Wilcox
Karabo Motla
Southern Sun Monte Casino
I finished school at Grade 11 at St Vincent school for the Deaf. I had a NQF Level 3 to 4 in IT and Barista Certificate. Ciro trained me. I’m kind and considerate and humble.
I’ve been working as a Barista since 2019 and would like to continue gaining more and more experience to teach others.
John Tumelo Mphela
Southern Sun 54 on Bath
I’m friendly, outgoing, always happy, fun to be around with a great sense of humour.
Running my own business, which I’m working towards right now.
My Mother She is an incredible go getter!
Tough Times Never Last by Tough People Do! By Robert H. Schuller
Phakamile Hlongwa
Durban ICC
I am a soft spoken one. I would like to be head barista for Durban ICC and share the skills with the youth. My role model is Khanyisile Mvubu, because she is skilled and shares her knowledge with the team. I am currently reading ‘Food & Beverage Service Book’ by Dennis Lillicrap & John A. Cousins.
Lungisani Mnguni
Southern Sun The Edward
I would describe myself as vibrant and energetic with a touch of professionalism.
I would like to see myself as a fully fledged Barista and Sommelier working in a five star property.
Sifundo Mnguni He is committed to what he does and the results are evident as his love of success.
Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
Sifiso Mngadi
Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani
I’m passionate about my work and I know how to get the job done. To own my own coffee shop.
Myself
Nkosikhona Mkhize
Beverly Hills
Well motivated, always want to do well in life.
I would like to see myself owning a coffee shop having something that is mine to generate money with a logistic company.
My Brothers They motivate me and they have better careers so I look up to them.
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