BARISTA (PART TIME)
About The Position
The Barista prepares and serves coffee and espresso drinks, including orders for customers and catering, along with related food and beverage items. The role follows standard measures, recipes, food-preparation standards, and HACCP guidelines to support food quality, safety, and proper serving temperatures. The Barista operates a POS device, accepts cash and card payments, keeps service and display areas stocked, clean, orderly, and attractively merchandised, and provides courteous, efficient customer service. The position is part-time at Long Island University-Shark Bite Dining in Brooklyn, New York. The schedule is Monday through Saturday, with hours that may vary; further schedule details are provided during the interview.
Requirements
- Prior barista experience is required.
- Knowledge of preparing espresso-based beverages, including lattes, cappuccinos, and other specialty drinks.
- 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 a POS device and accept cash and card payments.
- Replenish condiments, beverages, and general supplies while maintaining a clean service area.
- Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, and follow HACCP standards.
- Maintain the 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, support customer satisfaction, and 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.
- Communicate with customers and assist their buying decisions using selling techniques.
- 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
- Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable laws.
- Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
