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Barista Job Description

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We are a small local coffee shop searching for a part time, fun and engaging Barista who is passionate about coffee! You will greet customers, answer their questions, take orders, accept payments, and prepare and serve drinks. You will also maintain a clean and well-stocked workspace, update displays, and continuously expand your knowledge of food and beverage quality controls, preparation methods, and presentation.

We expect commitment to providing our customers with excellent service. You should be positive, friendly, knowledgeable, and polite.

Barista Responsibilities:

• Greeting customers, informing them about specials or new items, answering questions, and accepting orders and payments.

• Handling baked goods, preparing speciality quality drinks, brewing coffee and tea, and serving items to customers.

• Packaging food and beverages for sale.

• Cleaning and restocking work space, emptying trash, and sanitizing equipment and utensils.

• Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, and presentation techniques to improve food quality.

• Updating signage and displays to attract customers.

• Taking inventory and replenishing items in display cases, or behind the counter.

• Working solo as well as part of a fun, high-energy team.

• Adhering to all food safety regulations and quality controls.

Barista Requirements:

• Experience in food and beverage preparation or customer service preferred.

• Training and willingness to continue learning about food and beverage preparation.

• Exceptional listening and communication skills.

• Write “We love coffee” in the “Last Comments” section of the application.

• Ability to walk, bend, and stand for extended periods.

• Availability to work around peak hours, including afternoons, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

• A polite, engaging personality.

• Commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence.

• Willingness to work as part of a high-energy, efficient team or solo in a fast-paced environment.