Barista - Viroqua Cafe

Wonderstate Coffee•Viroqua, WI

4d•$13 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Barista is an ambassador for Wonderstate Coffee and is responsible for creating a cafe experience that brings the company’s core values to life. Baristas prepare and serve high-quality coffee and other products, maintain a clean workspace, and provide excellent hospitality. The role works closely with the Bar Lead and Cafe Manager to support the café’s goals. This is an onsite position in Viroqua, Wisconsin. It is described as full-time, although the posting also notes that flexible full-time or part-time hours are available.

Requirements

Outgoing customer-service orientation.
Communicate respectfully, clearly, and promptly with team members, customers, and vendors.
Remain calm and personable in a fast-paced environment.
Bring joy to customers and team members and engage with the community.
Strong organization and time-management skills, with a dedication to excellence.
Desire to be continually challenged and grow professionally.
Passion for ethically sourced, organic, specialty coffee and food, and for supporting farmer cooperatives.
Weekend availability is required.
Ability to bend, repeatedly lift 30 pounds, perform repetitive movements, and stand for long hours.

Nice To Haves

Previous barista experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare high-quality coffee drinks that reflect Wonderstate’s commitment to excellence.
Provide every customer with a positive experience centered in joy and wonder.
Contribute to a positive team environment by giving and receiving feedback respectfully, expressing gratitude, and honoring team relationships.
Operate the espresso machine and other brewing equipment with care.
Handle cash and operate the cash register.
Continue learning and developing skills as a barista and team member.
Maintain an impeccably clean workspace and help clean other areas within the café.
Ensure quality control and report issues to the Bar Lead or Cafe Manager.
Follow Food Safe Serve and state sanitation guidelines.
Monitor bar and beverage ingredients that need to be ordered and communicate needs promptly to the Bar Lead.
Communicate the flow of service to team members.
Arrive to work on time and dressed appropriately.
Exemplify Wonderstate Coffee’s core values.
Participate in the quarterly deep-clean process at least once a year.
Participate in special events or catering on occasion.
Attend monthly staff meetings.