Since launching in 2007, Indigo & Cloth is an experience-led, multi brand, independent retailer. As well as operating a store, our space also features a speciality cafe on our ground floor. The store & cafe stocks a considered curation of leading international brands & products. Since March 2024, we also run & manage the Rains Dublin store. 

We're always on the look out for passionate, professional & enthusiastic individuals to join our team. As an independent, we run every aspect of our business through our store, located at 9 Essex Street East, Temple Bar, Dublin.  

At Indigo & Cloth, you can expect:

• Competitive pay rates.
• Comprehensive in-house training & career development.
• Generous staff discounts across all aspects of the business like coffee, retail & lifestyle goods, plus an additional staff discount at our linked restaurant, Note Dublin. 

Current Vacancies:

1. I&C Barista

• Location: 9 Essex St East, Temple Bar, Dublin 2.
• Start Date: Mid-January/Early-February 2026.
• Position Type: Full-Time (26-34 hours / 4-5 days per week.
• Salary: Starting rate: €15 per hour. 
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years required in a speciality cafe.

The Role:

As a Barista at Café I&C, you’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional customer experience. Working with a carefully curated and rotating list of international roasters, you’ll showcase a deep passion for coffee and contribute to creating a warm, knowledgeable, and memorable service for our guests. You will work closely with the café and retail team to maintain high standards across drink preparation, customer interaction, and operational consistency.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve specialty coffee and beverages to the highest quality standards.
• Maintain consistency and attention to detail across all café drinks and guest experiences.
• Contribute to managing café stock, ordering, and inventory control.
• Communicate product knowledge and stories behind our coffee offering to guests with confidence and enthusiasm.
• Support the team in daily café operations, ensuring cleanliness, efficiency, and attention to service.
• Build customer relationships and help cultivate a welcoming, community-focused environment.
• Identify opportunities to enhance service and continually improve the café’s offering.
• Support with in-store events, tastings, and seasonal activations related to the café.

About You:

• Minimum 2 years experience in a café, hospitality, or similar customer-facing environment.
• Passionate about specialty coffee and committed to providing high-quality service.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with a wide range of customers.
• Detail-oriented, accountable, and proactive in your work approach.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a leading independent concept store and one of Ireland’s most respected café offerings.
• Staff discount and seasonal incentives.
• Supportive, creative, and collaborative working environment.
• Access to some of the world’s best specialty coffee and related equipment.

About Café I&C:

Opened in 2018, Café Indigo & Cloth operates on the ground floor of our store in Temple Bar. The café features a rotating list of leading international roasters, with a strong focus on filter coffee and a wide range of brewing methods. We consistently offer one of the broadest selections of filter options in Ireland, with 8–12 choices available daily alongside two espresso offerings.

To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role to andy@indigoandcloth.com.