Barista

$27,040 - $27,040/Yr

Z Beans Coffee - Orange Park, FL

Part-time - Entry Level

Orange Park, FL

About the position

As a Barista at Z Beans Coffee, you will be the face of our brand, providing exceptional coffee experiences to our customers. This part-time role involves preparing coffee beverages, delivering excellent customer service, and maintaining a clean and welcoming environment. Your passion for coffee and commitment to quality will contribute to the overall success of the shop.

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage with customers warmly, providing a welcoming environment.
• Take orders efficiently and ensure customers receive their beverages in a timely manner.
• Address customer concerns and inquiries with a positive and helpful attitude.
• Craft high-quality coffee and espresso beverages according to Z Beans Coffee's standards.
• Operate coffee equipment such as espresso machines, grinders, and brewers with precision.
• Maintain product consistency and uphold quality control during beverage preparation.
• Work collaboratively with other baristas and shop leads to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Support team members by stepping in where needed, especially during high-volume periods.
• Actively contribute to a positive and productive team culture.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstations, equipment, and customer seating areas.
• Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• Assist with daily shop cleaning tasks, including sanitizing equipment and restocking inventory.
• Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries, ensuring products are properly stocked.
• Notify the shop lead when inventory levels are low or products need to be reordered.
• Monitor the freshness of coffee and ingredients, minimizing waste.
• Accurately handle cash and process transactions using the point-of-sale (POS) system.
• Ensure correct payment procedures and maintain accountability for cash drawer balances.

Requirements

• Passion for coffee and willingness to learn more about different coffee beans, brewing methods, and recipes.
• Previous experience in a customer service or food and beverage role is a plus but not required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality service.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• High level of reliability and punctuality.

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity to grow within Z Beans Coffee.
• Training and development in coffee preparation and customer service.
• Positive and inclusive work environment.