Barista/Shift Leader

About us

ALL DAY CAFE | with an extensive menu of food choices, including daily fresh bakery bagels, sourdough paninis and toasts, ciabatta sandwiches, flatbread wraps, salads, cold pressed juices, smoothies, acai bowls, overnight oats and daily baked pastries alongside specialty espresso bar and a loose-leaf tea menu.

The modern, European-inspired interior design provides a comfortable environment for customers to enjoy their meals, study, or socialize throughout the day and night.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Barista to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for coffee and providing exceptional customer service. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you can showcase your barista skills while delivering top-notch service to our customers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Arrive to work on time (15 minutes early) and in uniform, ready to work. The uniform consists of a clean t-shirt, non-slip kitchen shoes, apron, folded work towels, black sharpie pen, and a hair restraint of your choosing (hat).
• Prepare and serve a variety of coffee drinks following company recipes.
• Operate espresso machines and other coffee equipment.
• Take customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Handle cash and card transactions using POS systems.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace at all times, ensuring proper sanitation and cleanliness.
• Assist in food preparation and handling as needed, properly cooking and preparing all menu items to specifications.
• Check inventory stocking levels in the mornings.
• Orchestrate the daily prep list, closing list, and complete daily food preparation items in a timely manner.
• Greet and acknowledge guests within 30 seconds of their arrival at the counter.
• Ensure ticket times are kept to a minimum (maximum 5 minutes for drinks and 10 minutes for food).
• Show the ability to maintain a positive attitude under stressful situations and provide sensible solutions when problems and issues arise.
• Show care for the espresso machine and other kitchen equipment used behind the bar and take pride in keeping it clean.
• Stay busy and productive, maintaining a sense of urgency. During slow times, clean tables and seating inside/outside the dining space.
• Report food waste to management and notify the team group chat of any service needed for broken or damaged equipment or tools, as well as any food shortages.
• Be proactive in finding solutions to issues related to the kitchen/cafe.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

Work Location: In person