Barista

Hive Collective • West Palm Beach, FL

21d

About The Position

As a Barista at HIVE Bakery & Cafe, you will prepare and serve coffee and tea beverages with precision, maintain high standards of presentation, and help ensure a seamless guest experience in both the bar and dining room areas. You will prepare beverages according to established recipes, demonstrate latte-art skills, and follow beverage-steaming practices. The role also includes preparing the coffee bar for service, serving guests, maintaining equipment and work areas, and completing opening, side, and closing duties.

You will interact with guests, respond to their expectations, share information about the restaurant and its offerings, and promptly communicate guest feedback or issues to management. You are expected to maintain professional appearance and attire, work effectively with the team, and consistently meet cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards. The position requires flexible scheduling; morning/day and night shifts are available, and the business is open through the season.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of coffee and tea.
• Proficiency in reading tickets and organizing tasks for efficient service.
• Professional communication and social skills suitable for guest interaction.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to lift and carry trays, bags, and boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for 8–10-hour shifts.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and perform required tasks.
• Availability for flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays.
• Awareness of potential hazards such as cuts, burns, slips, trips, and falls.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coffee and tea beverages according to established recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Create latte art with symmetrical, centered designs and good contrast.
• Follow barista steaming rules, including prioritizing larger drinks and adjusting temperatures for smaller drinks.
• Prepare and steam milk, set up Americano sets, and organize cups for to-go drinks.
• Call out guest names and serve beverages in a friendly, professional manner.
• Maintain a stocked, organized, clean coffee bar.
• Perform opening, side, and closing duties according to standard operating procedures.
• Engage with guests to ensure their beverage and service expectations are met.
• Provide knowledgeable information about the restaurant and its offerings.
• Communicate guest feedback and issues to management promptly.
• Respond quickly to spills and help maintain a safe environment for guests and team members.
• Operate equipment, including the espresso machine, and maintain its cleanliness.
• Follow sanitation and safety standards, including proper food handling and storage procedures.
• Accurately fulfill beverage orders and maintain presentation standards.
• Maintain professional appearance and attire in line with HIVE Bakery & Cafe standards.
• Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork.
• Consistently meet cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards.

Benefits

• Dynamic and supportive work environment that values and prioritizes God, family, and work.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Engaging and collaborative company culture.
• 50% Hive Collective employee discount for the employee and immediate family members.
• Holidays off; no work on Sundays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed