0395 Cafe Barista

About the position

Under the direction of the General Manager, a Barista performs a variety of tasks specific to the successful operation of the Café following the prescribed guidelines for service.

Responsibilities

• During the majority of the shift, this is an independent position with backup provided on an as-needed basis.
• Operates Café equipment and prepares coffee, specialty drinks, bottled drinks, and baked and prepared goods.
• Maintains a clean environment within local, state, and federal sanitation guidelines.
• Completes ongoing daily and weekly cleaning of food surfaces, machinery and utensils, and customer areas.
• Stocks and merchandises café in accordance with company policies and procedures, maintaining a straight, organized, and clean shopping environment.
• Greets customers entering the store and café, and provides exceptional customer service on each transaction.
• Successfully promotes all POS initiatives and company programs including, but not limited to discount cards, magazine sales, pre-sale vouchers, and donation programs.
• Balances cash drawer following each shift within allowable variances as identified in the Loss Prevention Policy.
• Assists the bookstore as needed.
• Performs other tasks as needed.

Requirements

• 16 years of age or older
• Successful completion of all required background screenings

Nice-to-haves

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to learn and operate multiple café machines, including, but not limited to blenders, ovens, espresso machines
• Computer and cash register skills