FOH - Barista (Part-Time)

SA Hospitality Group is Italian at heart, the vision of Gherardo Guarducci and Dimitri Pauli who have translated old-world sensibilities to appeal to modern-day New York City clientele. Since 2003, SA Hospitality Group has expanded to a selective group of iconic New York neighborhoods with its three brands: Sant Ambroeus, Casa Lever, and Felice, operating 24 restaurant locations across Manhattan, Southampton, NY, East Hampton, NY, Aspen, CO, Milan, Italy, and Palm Beach, FL.

About the Role

The counter attendant/barista is responsible for handling the counter, greeting guests, and providing guests with requested items.

Responsibilities

• Greet the guests who approach the counter displays and walk into the café.
• Answer all guest questions related to product and displayed items.
• Pack and provide the guests with requested items.
• Ensure that all items are correctly rung-in on checks.
• Maintain correct pars of items in the display, carefully following the FIFO rules and discarding promptly expired or under-standard items.
• Maintain appearance of counter and the display in an ongoing manner throughout the hours of operation.
• Follow and complete closing counter checklist prior to departure.
• Perform the cash drawer checkout after each shift (ask management for assistance if needed).
• Accurately maintain the organization and cleanliness of the counter in accordance with the Health Department standards.
• Requisition all needed food items and keep the counter always stocked, restocking it at the end of the shift (e.g., cookie tins, olive oil bottles).
• Prepare all packing products needed for wrapping items and food products.
• Communicate any problems (lighting, cooling units, etc.) to management immediately.
• Mark food items with dates at the end of your shift.
• Clean the counter at the end of the shift (routine “soft” maintenance cleaning must be done as well).

Requirements

• The ability to work as part of a team, personal cleanliness, and uniform cleanliness.
• Basic food handling, preparation, and cleaning skills.
• Time management and ability to work under pressure to manage high volume of production.
• Ability to communicate and understand direction in English to ensure safety in the workplace.
• Ability to understand, respond, and engage with co-workers, managers, and guests in English.
• Active listening and learning skills.
• Reading and speaking comprehension skills.
• Discipline to follow set standards.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.