Barista

Upper Crust Food Service•Seattle, WA

2d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and hospitality-driven Barista to join our dining team. In this role, your primary focus will be managing the coffee bar and crafting exceptional specialty beverages for our students, staff, and guests. You will ensure the beverage service area is immaculate, fully stocked, and welcoming. Additionally, you will work collaboratively with the culinary team to support daily dining operations by performing other operational tasks assigned by management, including cashiering, food service, and dining room care.

Requirements

Communication
Organization
Detail-Oriented
Collaboration

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of experience as a Barista in a specialty coffee, restaurant, or campus dining setting preferred
1–2 years of general customer service experience
Ability to obtain and maintain any applicable licenses and certifications (e.g., state sanitation license)
High school diploma preferred

Responsibilities

Craft high-quality beverages, including espresso, coffee, tea, and seasonal specialty drinks, ensuring strict adherence to recipe, portioning, and presentation standards.
Calibrate, operate, and maintain coffee bar equipment, including espresso machines, grinders, and brewers, keeping them clean and operational throughout service.
Maintain, clean, and sanitize the coffee bar, food contact surfaces, and adjacent service stations in accordance with health and safety regulations.
Stock and organize all coffee bar supplies, ingredients, and staples (milk, syrups, beans, cups, lids, and napkins) per specific client guidelines.
Provide excellent customer service by greeting guests warmly, answering menu questions, and delivering a prompt and courteous beverage experience.
Perform other responsibilities assigned by the manager, which include: Clean and buss tables in the dining hall to ensure a rapid turnaround time and a pristine environment for waiting guests.
Work at the cashier station to process transactions accurately, manage payments, and verify guest check-ins.
Serve on the food line during peak meal service periods, maintaining portion control and line efficiency.
Perform routine maintenance assignments for the beverage station area, including sweeping, wiping down tables, and waste removal.
Assist the culinary team with other duties as directed by the Food Service Manager and/or Chef, which may include assisting with inventory, product deliveries, or special event preparations (e.g., recruitment, homecoming).