BARISTA (FULL AND PART TIME)

Compass Group•Lexington, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring immediately for full and part-time BARISTA positions at the University of Kentucky. The schedule may vary based on operational needs. This role involves preparing and serving coffee/espresso drinks and related food and beverage items, handling food according to HACCP guidelines, and interacting with customers and other employees in a friendly, courteous manner. We offer competitive wages, benefits, and perks, and our careers are filled with purpose, encouraging learning, growth, and meaningful impact.

Requirements

Customer service experience required.

Nice To Haves

Prior barista/coffee house experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares espresso orders for customers and catering using standard measures and recipes.
Enters orders accurately into POS device; accepts cash and charge payments.
Replenishes condiments, beverages and general supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service area.
Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils.
Ensures proper food preparation by using approved recipes and following prescribed production standards.
Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service.
Cleans equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments.
Greets customers courteously and interacts in a manner to ensure customer satisfaction. Relays relevant concerns from customers to supervisors.
Serves customers quickly and efficiently, and prevents delays in serving lines.
Demonstrates a complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them to customers.
Serves as an advocate of selling techniques to the customer by establishing good communication and assisting in the buying decision-making process.
Ensures all display foods are merchandised attractively per standards. Serves food neatly and attractively per standard.
Performs 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 Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)