Barista (Part Time)

Compass Group • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Barista prepares and serves coffee and espresso drinks, along with related food and beverage items, while following HACCP guidelines and quality food-service standards. The role includes customer service, accurate order processing and payment handling, maintaining a clean and orderly service area, and presenting food and beverages attractively. The position is part-time at the University of Houston-Clearlake in Houston, Texas. Days and hours may vary, and open availability is requested. The position pays $12.00 to $16.00 per hour. Prior customer service, food service, and barista experience is requested. Because the position serves an educational facility, work may decline or cease during school breaks; those periods may be unpaid temporary layoffs. Depending on business needs, work may be required year-round, potentially at a different location during breaks.

Requirements

• Prior customer service experience is requested.
• Prior food service experience is requested.
• Prior barista experience is requested.
• Open availability is requested.
• Must be able 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 charge payments.
• Replenish condiments, beverages, and general supplies while keeping the service area clean.
• Maintain appropriate 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 leaving the area for other assignments.
• Greet customers courteously and interact with them to support customer satisfaction.
• 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 with buying decisions using selling techniques.
• Merchandise display foods attractively and serve food neatly according to standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunities for training and development
• Retirement plan
• Associate shopping program
• Health and wellness programs
• Discount marketplace
• Identity theft protection
• Pet insurance
• Voluntary benefits, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, legal services, and auto and home programs
• Part-time associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable laws

What This Job Offers

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