Barista (Full Time)

Compass Group•Mountain View, CA

About The Position

The Barista prepares and serves coffee, espresso drinks, and related food and beverage items while following HACCP guidelines and food-service quality standards. The role includes preparing customer and catering espresso orders using standard measures and recipes, taking and processing payments, maintaining clean and orderly equipment and service areas, and ensuring food is properly prepared, presented, portioned, and served at appropriate temperatures. The Barista provides courteous, efficient customer service, explains menu items, communicates relevant customer concerns to supervisors, and supports sales by helping customers make informed choices. This is a full-time position in Mountain View, California, scheduled Monday through Friday with an 8:00 AM start time. The fixed pay rate is $25.75 per hour.

Requirements

  • Previous coffee-making experience is required.
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare espresso orders for customers and catering using standard measures and recipes.
  • Enter orders accurately into the POS device and accept cash and charge payments.
  • Replenish condiments, beverages, and general supplies while maintaining a clean service area.
  • Ensure proper food presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures while following HACCP standards.
  • Maintain sanitation and orderliness of equipment, supplies, and utensils.
  • Prepare food using approved recipes and prescribed production standards.
  • Keep display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service.
  • Thoroughly clean equipment and the workstation before moving to other assignments.
  • Greet customers courteously and interact with them to ensure satisfaction.
  • Relay relevant customer concerns to supervisors.
  • Serve customers quickly and efficiently and prevent delays in serving lines.
  • Understand daily menu items and explain them accurately to customers.
  • Use selling techniques and communication to assist customers with buying decisions.
  • Merchandise display foods attractively and serve food neatly according to standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Retirement Plan
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Voluntary benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life Insurance/AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • May be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
  • Internal Employee Referral Bonus
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