Cafe Barista

Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery • Greenville, SC

21h

About The Position

Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery is a mission-driven business focused on local food, community, and creating a fun, fast-paced cafe environment. The Cafe Barista prepares cafe and espresso drinks to high standards of quality, portion, and presentation while providing excellent customer service. The role also involves communicating knowledgeably about seasonal ingredients and coffee, maintaining cafe equipment and workstations, and helping keep operations efficient.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be available to report to work on time; weekend availability is required.
• Must have a passion for local food and an interest in telling its story.
• Must conduct oneself honestly, professionally, and respectfully.
• Must enjoy interacting with people and desire to provide excellent customer service.
• Must be able to take direction, work independently and as part of a team, and build working relationships.
• Must be highly motivated, hardworking, and positive and enthusiastic.
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Previous barista experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the full menu of cafe and espresso drinks quickly and accurately, following quality, portion, and presentation standards.
• Share knowledge about seasonal ingredients, coffee brewing, and espresso techniques; stay current on brewing methods, beverage blends, and presentation.
• Operate specialized cafe equipment, including espresso machines and coffee brewers.
• Clean and maintain a proper workstation.
• Prepare, label, and store in-house syrups used in specialty beverages.
• Provide excellent customer service to guests picking up orders.
• Use downtime efficiently for tasks such as cleaning, restocking, and washing dishes.
• Treat customers and coworkers with courtesy and respect.

Benefits

• Higher hourly wages on Sundays and federal holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, available to full-time employees.
• HSA contributions for eligible health plans.
• Paid time off, available to full-time employees.
• Sabbatical program for all employees.
• 30% Swamp discount.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounted bike share program.

What This Job Offers

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