Barista

The Dime•Charleston, SC

About The Position

The Barista creates, prepares, and serves coffee beverages according to recipes, accurately records drink orders, and serves guests seated at the bar. The role also processes guest payments and reports cash and credit card gratuities in accordance with IRS income-reporting standards. The Barista maintains cleanliness throughout the bar and coffee station, washes and sterilizes glassware, sets up and breaks down bar items, and helps restock bar inventory and supplies. Equipment problems and bar maintenance issues are reported to the restaurant manager. The position requires effective communication, teamwork, a positive attitude, and a flexible schedule that includes days, nights, weekends, and holidays. The work involves constant standing and walking, with occasional stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, or lifting.

Requirements

Have positive energy and be ready to assist fellow support staff as a team player.
Communicate effectively with managers, employees, and guests.
Have a flexible schedule to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Be able to stand and walk constantly, with occasional stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, or lifting.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of barista or similar experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Create, prepare, and serve coffee beverages according to recipes and accurately record drink orders.
Receive and serve food and drink orders to guests seated at the bar.
Accept and process guest payments and report cash and credit card gratuities in accordance with IRS income-reporting standards.
Maintain cleanliness in all bar areas, including the coffee station and bar tops.
Wash and sterilize glassware, and set up and break down bar items.
Assist with restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies.
Report equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to the restaurant manager.