SPECIALTY COFFEE BARISTA

A barista is a hospitality professional who prepares and serves specialty coffee, tea, and other beverages. Their core duties involve operating brewing equipment, maintaining a spotless workspace, and delivering exceptional customer service to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Beverage Preparation: Craft hot and cold drinks (espresso, lattes, pour-overs) strictly adhering to company recipes and quality standards.
• Customer Service: Greet guests warmly, take orders, and provide expert menu recommendations.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean, sanitize, and calibrate espresso machines and grinders throughout the shift.
• Inventory & Restocking: Monitor supplies of coffee beans, milk, and pastries to ensure the bar is fully stocked.
• Cash Handling: Process customer transactions accurately using a point-of-sale (POS) system

Essential Qualifications

• Previous Experience: Prior background in food service, retail, or hospitality is preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of coffee bean varieties, roast profiles, and extraction techniques.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long hours, lift heavy objects (e.g., 50 lb bags of beans), and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Core Skills

• Interpersonal Skills: A friendly, approachable demeanor and the ability to multitask.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in steaming milk, adjusting the grind size, and executing latte art

Work Location: In person