Barista

About the role

Promotes coffee consumption by educating our guests and staff. Prepares and serves coffee drinks by following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques for coffee drinks such as; espresso, espresso lungo, caffè latte, and cappuccino.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves beverages, ranging from simple to elaborate
• Promotes and recommends menu options to guests
• Maintains inventories by replenishing coffee bean supply; stocking coffee brewing equipment, maintaining supplies, and cookies for coffee station
• Maintains equipment by cleaning, troubleshooting, and scheduling repairs
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following organization standards and sanitation regulations
• Evaluates and modifies processes to improve efficiency and quality of service
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading coffee, retail trade, and food service publications; maintains personal networks

Qualifications

• Prior café or coffee shop experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be at least 17 years of age
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be well-groomed and well-presented with no visible tattoos
• Must have reliable transportation

Desirable: Prior restaurant experience, guest interaction skills, organization, ability to speak French or Spanish

Skills

• Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written
• Must always be organized and maintain cleanliness of workstation
• Ability to speak using clear and professional language
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to cross-train across multiple departments and assist when needed

Benefits

• Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
• Paid time off (Full time employees)
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• On-the-job training
• Employee education allowance
• Advancement potential
• Flexible schedules
• Employee appreciation events
• Complimentary uniforms
• Delicious “family” meals daily prepared by the chefs
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive pay

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift 30+ lbs. Able to stand, bend and walk for long periods of time. Frequent or occasional need to perform the following physical activities: reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting and climbing