Counter Server/Barista [Full Time]

Bread Alone Bakery•Rhinebeck, NY

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Bread Alone Bakery in Rhinebeck, NY as a Full-Time Counter Server / Barista. Serve coffee, pastries & meals with great pay, tips, benefits & employee ownership. At Bread Alone, our cafes are lively spaces where community matters and good food bring people together. We're looking for a friendly, dependable Counter Server / Barista to join our cafe crew. As a Counter Server, you'll be the heart of our Rhinebeck location, serving fresh-baked pastries, organic breads, coffee and specialty drinks, and our breakfast and lunch menu while creating the kind of warm and positive experience that keeps our community coming back!

Requirements

No experience necessary, but it’s preferred. Enthusiasm and a willingness and ability to learn quickly are most important
Value and are comfortable in a diverse and inclusive workplace
Comfortable being active and on your feet during shifts
Ability to lift cafe supplies up to 50 lbs and work safely around equipment
Commitment to maintaining excellent personal hygiene and food safety standards
Willing to follow all applicable Good Manufacturing Practices which includes but are not limited to: Removing any visible or exposed piercings and body jewelry, personal accessories, false nails & refraining from heavy makeup at work
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
Take responsibility for your own safety and contribute to a safe environment for others

Nice To Haves

Naturally friendly, with a love for customer service
Care about quality and take pride in what you do
Thrive in a team and enjoy collaboration
Stay calm and steady when things get busy
Reliable, punctual and show up when your team needs you
Communicate clearly with guests and coworkers

Responsibilities

Serve coffee, pastries, bread and meals with genuine hospitality
Help guests discover new favorites from our menu, counter, and grab and go
Prepare beverages to quality standards (simple drip coffee to specialty drinks)
Handle orders and payments smoothly through our POS system
Keep the counter and service area clean, organized, and welcoming
Be a calm, steady presence, even during busy shifts (It gets really busy!)
Follow and uphold all applicable Bread Alone cleanliness and food safety standards
Work with the team on daily tasks like restocking and cleaning and deep cleaning.

Benefits

Great pay
Tips
Employee ownership
Bonus program
Regular check-ins and feedback
Dedicated evaluations at 30 and 90 days for new hires, followed by annual reviews for merit-based growth
401(k) program with a generous employer match of up to 4%
Progressive PTO plan: 32 hours in 3 months, 32 hours in the 1st year, 64 hours in year two, 96 hours in year three! With a maximum of 120 hours (not including rolled over time).
Comprehensive Healthcare through CDPHP
Dental Coverage with Delta Dental
Free Vision & Life Insurance —fully covered for all employees
$2,000 in annual education reimbursement