Starbucks Barista

Hy-Vee, Inc.•Independence, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Barista at Hy-Vee, you’ll serve as a welcoming point of contact for customers while preparing beverages, stocking and maintaining the coffee shop, and helping ensure a positive customer experience. The role suits someone who enjoys connecting with people, working in a fast-paced environment, and taking pride in doing things well. Prior experience is not required; training and support are provided.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Basic math skills for simple addition, subtraction, counting, and recording.
Ability to communicate clearly and helpfully with customers and teammates.
Ability to stay organized and keep up with the pace of a busy coffee shop environment.
Less than a high school diploma or equivalent is accepted.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Up to six months of similar or related work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet customers warmly and provide outstanding service, including learning customers’ names and making each visit positive.
Take customer orders at the counter and over the phone, help customers find products, and answer questions.
Prepare and replenish coffee shop products as needed.
Monitor product freshness and appearance, and follow or develop a production list to meet daily needs.
Handle food safely and keep the work area clean, neat, and up to department standards.
Check in products, put them away, and review invoices as needed.
Operate the department register and process payments where applicable.
Remove trash promptly and maintain a tidy department.
Work with teammates to provide a smooth, positive customer experience.
Comply with Hy-Vee’s dress code, hygiene standards, and company policies.
Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as needed.