Barista

Overview

The Barista is responsible for providing the highest quality of service to guests in an attentive, courteous and efficient manner. The Barista promotes coffee consumption by educating customers; selling coffee and coffee grinding and brewing equipment, accessories and supplies. Prepare and serve a variety of coffee drinks, along with pastries gelato and cookies.

Responsibilities

Be familiar with the operation of the P.O.S. system.Perform cashiering functions by closing checks and preparing end of shift paperwork.Perform opening and closing procedures and side-work duties according to station rotation assignment and established checklist.Be familiar with fire extinguishers, locations and know how to use them.Sell coffees and coffee grinding and brewing equipment by explaining differences in coffee beans and coffee preparation machines, demonstrating how brewing equipment operates.Maintains inventories by replenishing coffee bean supply, stocking coffee brewing equipment, maintaining supplies, pastries, cookies and gelato for coffee bar.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.

Physical Requirements

Flexible and long hours sometimes required.Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.Ability to stand during entire shift.

Mental Requirements

Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.Must be able to multi task.Must be able to show initiative in job performance, including anticipating what needs to be done before it becomes a necessity.