part-time)

Living Spaces Furniture•Sacramento, CA

3d•$18 - $23

About The Position

The Café Specialist delivers a high-quality guest experience by preparing and serving food and beverages and maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant café environment. The role also supports showroom operations by upholding visual merchandising standards and helping maintain an organized, inviting, sales-ready space. Working in partnership with the sales team, the specialist engages guests using the Living Spaces Guest Engagement Model and contributes to sales performance. Success is measured by targeted Sales Per Hour (SPH), company KPIs, and guest satisfaction results. The position may also support broader store needs, including furniture assembly and product preparation. It has no supervisory responsibilities. The stated compensation range is $17.50–$22.75. Eligible, non-exempt team members may receive overtime pay, and Retail, Guest Services, and Distribution Center team members are eligible for team bonuses based on specified goals and KPIs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
One to two years of experience in a fast-paced, high-traffic, guest-facing, interactive retail environment or a related customer service field; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Proficient experience with Microsoft Office programs.
Food Handler Permit and Alcohol Beverage Certification as designated by state and local agencies.

Responsibilities

Greet guests, take food and beverage orders, describe menu items, and suggest products.
Prepare and serve food and beverages, including basic food preparation and alcoholic, coffee, and non-alcoholic drinks to guest specifications.
Follow food storage, rotation, handling, health, and safety practices to prevent spoilage and waste.
Clean and sanitize food preparation tools, equipment, counters, microwaves, and other food-handling surfaces before and after use.
Maintain cleanliness in service, seating, and food preparation areas, and promptly address spills and leaks.
Operate POS systems, cash registers, and credit card machines to process transactions accurately.
Stock food, merchandise, and supplies; order products; and manage inventory levels.
Promote a positive, guest-focused environment aligned with brand standards and service expectations.
Use company systems, tools, and processes to support daily café and store operations.
Execute visual merchandising standards, including applicable style guide directives and labeling in café areas.
Assist with furniture assembly and product preparation according to company guidelines when supporting broader store needs.
Work toward SPH and KPI targets, analyze results, and partner with leadership to improve performance and guest satisfaction.

Benefits

Team bonus based on meeting specific goals and KPIs for eligible Retail, Guest Services, and Distribution Center team members.
Medical insurance for eligible full-time team members.
Dental insurance for eligible full-time team members.
Vision insurance for eligible full-time team members.
401(k) with company match for full- and part-time team members.
Vacation for eligible full-time team members or as otherwise required by applicable law.
Paid sick leave for full- and part-time team members.
Flexible or health spending account for eligible full-time team members.
Employee Assistance Program for full- and part-time team members.
Holiday pay for eligible full-time team members.
Life insurance for eligible full-time team members.
Overtime pay for eligible, non-exempt team members.
Expense reimbursement as required by applicable law and company policy.