Barista, PT

John Knox Village•Lee's Summit, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This part-time position provides service in the Coffee Shoppe, Courtyard Café dining room, and kitchen. Duties may include working as a barista, performing light food preparation, setting up the dining area, taking and serving food orders, and cleaning and sanitizing dining areas. The associate is expected to follow instructions, complete assignments properly, support the Village’s mission and values and its service and hospitality expectations, and complete required training. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per pay period, on varied days including weekends. Typical hours are 10 a.m.–3 p.m., with occasional shifts from 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m. or 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Pay is $15.00 per hour plus tips. The role primarily works in a kitchen and restaurant environment and receives frequent supervision from the Restaurant Manager.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Education at the level typically acquired through a course of study leading to a high school diploma or GED.
Must obtain a current Food Handler Permit within 15 days of the start date.
Ability to work with a large group of residents or customers.
Beginner-level knowledge of cash handling and cash register operation.
Computer literacy.
Awareness of the position’s cost-control responsibilities.
Ability to work irregular hours.
Ability to speak in simple sentences and read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply and divide with tens and hundreds.
Ability to perform tasting and/or smelling.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling, reaching, bending or crouching, standing, and walking.

Nice To Haves

Proven working experience in a restaurant or coffee shop.

Responsibilities

Serve guests in the Coffee Shoppe and dining area.
Prepare hot and cold beverages, including coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, shakes, and teas.
Prepare food for guests.
Describe menu items and offer suggestions to guests.
Maintain the quality, stock, and rotation of products in display cases and the ice cream freezer.
Check freezer, refrigerator, and display-case temperatures to ensure proper functioning.
Clean and sanitize utensils, equipment, work areas, and dining areas.
Perform cashier responsibilities.
Work and solve problems without direct supervision.
Comply with the dining services tip-reporting policy.
Observe residents and respond to additional needs.
Restock and replenish Coffee Shoppe inventory and supplies.
Maintain workplace conduct, handle stress, and work well with colleagues and customers.
Follow safety regulations and requirements.
Perform other assigned responsibilities as warranted by business needs.
Assist other departments in a declared emergency situation when called upon.