Barista Amsterdam Central Station (metro)

Wakuli • Amsterdam, MO

8d • €15 - €15 • Onsite

About The Position

Wakuli is building an alternative coffee industry that works for both farmers and consumers by working directly with farmer groups, setting up transparent export lines, roasting beans, and selling directly to customers. This creates short supply chains ensuring farmers receive fair prices. Wakuli has 24 bars across the Netherlands and an online platform, offering freshly roasted specialty coffee that is accessible, affordable, and delicious. They are building the new coffee brand of the 21st century with a team of international innovators.

Requirements

• 1+ years experience in customer service, restaurant/cafe (horeca) or retail position
• Fluency in English and preferably (some) Dutch
• Strong knowledge of, or willingness to learn quickly about specialty coffee
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Able to handle pressure and the ability to stay friendly and focused during busy rush hours
• Minimum 16 hours a week of flexible availability - at least available 1 weekend day a week

Responsibilities

• Craft the best specialty coffees and other drinks while serving all Wakuli customers with an accessible and energetic approach
• Assist all customers in levelling-up their coffee game at home with the best advice on choosing from our variety of beans and pods
• Work with and maintain the best coffee equipment
• Ensure and control everything is in place to best serve customers every hour of the day, including during peak commuter rush hours
• Prepare food items to Wakuli’s standards, keeping everything fresh, well-stocked and ready to go
• Take care of the highest hygiene standards (HACCP) and waste management protocols
• Be able to independently open and close the specialty coffee bar
• Willingness to show new colleagues the ins and outs of the job on a needs basis
• Full and complete knowledge and adherence to all product, service, and brand training playbooks
• Complete your onboarding and training at one of our other Wakuli bars in Amsterdam before starting at Centraal Station
• Be a true brand ambassador for Wakuli, living and breathing our mission

Benefits

• The opportunity to make a difference in this world
• Pioneering, a lot of responsibility, and a steep learning curve: we're continuously offering more training and facilitating knowledge
• The best coffee and direct access to all relevant information, including interaction with our farmer partners worldwide
• Talented international and impact-driven colleagues (110+ people from 30+ countries) with a great team spirit
• EUR 15.04 per hour + 10.64% holiday days and 8% holiday pay resulting in a gross salary of EUR 17.97 per hour
• Ample opportunity to grow into a full-time position, as well as becoming our next Team Lead or Store Manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed