Barista (Part-Time Non-Benefitted)
About The Position
The Barista position is one that requires a passion for specialty coffee and desire to learn the craft with customer service ability. This individual must have a disposition for providing excellent customer service, work well with others as part of a team, and must have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Rooney's Brews is a coffee shop and café located in Roanoke College's Fintel Library. The Barista will thrive if they possess strong interpersonal communication and teamwork skills, and have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. This position works August through May when Rooney's Brews is open and closed when Fintel Library is closed.
Requirements
- Previous experience in coffee service is preferred, however previous food service or customer service experience is considered
- Ability to meticulously maintain a clean and safe food service environment
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Positive communication with guests and co-workers is essential
- Required to obtain ServSafe certification within 6 months of hire.
- Weekend availability is required.
Responsibilities
- Serve customers with enthusiasm in a positive and friendly manner
- Prepare and serve beverages to operation specifications and standards
- Prepare and serve food in a safe and sanitary manner
- Handling payment transactions accurately using a variety of tenders, including: Cash, Credit, etc..
- Develop strong knowledge of menu items and be able to provide customers with product details
- Complete training programming as directed to ensure strong product knowledge.
- Maintain all equipment, cleaning as required for peak operating performance
- Daily and weekly cleaning tasks as required in the café, seating areas and storeroom
- Complete daily inventory of menu items to assist in ordering products
- Wash dishes, equipment, and small wares as needed
- Educating customers on specialty coffee and engaging them for feedback
- Opening and closing of café following operating procedures
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
