Cafe Shift Lead C
About The Position
Portland Coffee Roasters is hiring a Lead Barista for its PDX Airport Cafe in Portland, Oregon. The Lead Barista oversees employees during a shift, ensures standards are met, and makes sure employee tasks and breaks are completed. The position reports directly to the Café Manager and may act as café supervisor in the manager’s absence. The role also assists with inventory, ordering products, and general equipment maintenance. Success in the role requires strong written and verbal communication, approachability, and trustworthiness. The posting describes the position as full-time, averaging 32–38 hours per week with flexibility, and lists an hourly rate of $22–$29 after tips.
Requirements
- At least one year of supervisory experience and/or related experience and training.
- Cash handling experience and attention to detail.
- Ability to act as a peer leader and training resource.
- Openness to feedback and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Ability to interact successfully and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers.
- A logical and methodical approach to problem solving.
- Flexibility, ability to learn quickly, and readiness to adapt to change.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Approachability and trustworthiness.
Responsibilities
- Open and close the café and act as café supervisor when the Café Manager is absent.
- Oversee employees during shifts, ensure standards are met, and ensure employee tasks and breaks are completed.
- Prepare and serve beverages according to Portland Coffee’s freshness, quality, and presentation standards.
- Welcome customers warmly and engage with them in a sincere, friendly, and professional manner, including discussing drink preferences and making suggestions when appropriate.
- Maintain knowledge of Portland Coffee offerings and communicate it confidently and accurately to customers.
- Pursue ongoing education, training, and awareness of industry trends.
- Attend and complete required training on coffee, tea, merchandise, and espresso bar skills.
- Assist the Café Manager with ordering, inventory management, and ensuring standards are met.
- Assist with general maintenance of equipment.
Benefits
- Medical benefits, including vision and dental.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid sick leave.
- In-house coffee training.
- Employee Assistance Program(s).
- Yearly performance and merit reviews.
- Free and discounted coffee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
