Barista Cafe Attendant

WVU Medicine

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Barista Café Attendants provide excellent service and expertly crafted products in an energetic store environment. The role involves preparing food and beverages, assisting customers, operating the register, maintaining the work area, and supporting store operations. Attendants may work in different store locations, including Support, Cold Bar, Espresso Bar, Register, Beverage Sequencing, and Customer Support. The position requires a valid Monongalia County Health Department Food Service Worker Permit (FSWP) before starting, or a temporary permit by no later than the first Wednesday of employment. Until the temporary permit is obtained, the employee may not handle exposed food or food-contact surfaces, equipment, or utensils. A valid FSWP must be obtained within one month of the start date and maintained throughout employment. Starbucks Barista Basics certification must be completed within 90 days of hire. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with weekends possible. The role requires standing throughout the working day, bending, lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds, and the ability to push or pull 500 pounds. The work may involve a noisy setting, deadline pressures, and hot, cold, or wet conditions.

Requirements

Obtain a valid Monongalia County Health Department Food Service Worker Permit before starting, or obtain a temporary permit by no later than the first Wednesday of employment; obtain a valid permit within one month of the start date and maintain it throughout employment.
Until a temporary Food Service Worker Permit is obtained, do not handle exposed food or food-contact surfaces, equipment, or utensils.
Obtain Starbucks Barista Basics certification within 90 days of hire.
Ability to bend, lift, and carry food, supply items, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push or pull 500 pounds.
Ability to stand throughout the working day.
Ability to work effectively in a noisy setting and under deadline pressures.
Ability to work in areas that may be hot, cold, or wet.

Nice To Haves

Prior barista and/or food service experience in a high-volume setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Meet store operating policies and standards, including quality beverage and food preparation, cash handling, and store safety and security.
Operate the register system efficiently and accurately, label Starbucks drink and food items properly, and report over- or under-deposits according to department guidelines.
Review the menu, pricing, and register screen before starting a shift.
Maintain a clean, sanitized, and well-stocked work area throughout the shift.
Prepare food and beverages according to standard recipes or customer customizations, following the Starbucks Barista Basics training guide.
Assemble supplies needed for the shift.
Set up, deliver, serve, and clean according to established standards.
Engage with customers, understand their needs, and respond through clear and pleasant communication.
Store items according to the FDA Food Code.
Work with the delivery vendor to unload, inspect, and properly store Starbucks food items in designated freezers or refrigeration.
Inspect received items, reject unacceptable products, and document them for credit.
Follow training and safety procedures when operating equipment, and clean and properly store equipment.
Inventory assigned areas and follow Starbucks Par Builder Par Sheets.
Work at different store locations, including Support, Cold Bar, Espresso Bar, Register, Beverage Sequencing, and Customer Support.
Attend applicable Starbucks seasonal promotional trainings for Spring, Summer 1, Summer 2, Fall, and Winter.