Barista

Barista

The Barista is responsible for providing friendly, efficient customer service while preparing and serving high-quality coffee, espresso beverages, and other food and beverage items. This position helps maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming café environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet guests and provide friendly, professional customer service.

• Prepare coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and other beverages according to established recipes and standards.

• Take guest orders and accurately operate the point-of-sale (POS) system.

• Handle cash and credit card transactions according to cash-handling procedures.

• Prepare and serve food items as needed.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café, counters, equipment, and guest areas.

• Restock cups, lids, syrups, ingredients, food items, and other supplies throughout the shift.

• Follow proper food safety, sanitation, and health procedures.

• Monitor product quality and communicate low inventory or equipment concerns to management.

• Assist with opening and closing duties as assigned.

• Work collaboratively with team members to provide fast and efficient service.

• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous barista, café, restaurant, or customer service experience preferred but not required.

• Strong customer service and communication skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.

• Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

• Willingness to learn proper beverage preparation and food safety procedures.