Barista

Job purpose

The Barista ensures the Café is performing in an effective and efficient manner at all times. Baristas will support and follow Italian Centre Shop Ltd.’s mission and values.

Duties and responsibilities

• Welcoming customers to the café and accepting orders and payments
• Answering customer questions by highlighting the differences between items and brew methods
• Using manual and electrical appliances to prepare various styles of coffee
• Preparing and packaging foods such as sandwiches, baked goods, and gelato
• Taking inventory and replenishing items in display cases, at tables, or behind the counter
• Cleaning work and dining areas; cleaning tables, emptying trash, and sanitizing equipment and utensils
• Promoting products and services that the Italian Centre Shop offers
• Follow company’s food safety standards
• Working in as part of a fun, high-energy team
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

Education:

• High School or GED from an accredited school system or program is preferred.

Experience:
Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent listening skills and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work under pressure, while maintaining a professional image at all times
• Work independently with little direct supervision
• Have a well-balanced concern for both task and people
• Have a genuine concern for needs of customers

Working conditions

• Job requires employee to work a variety of shifts including mornings, days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Job also requires employee to work with challenging customers and/or situations.

Physical requirements

• Long periods of standing and walking
• Frequent bending and twisting
• Manual and repetitive tasks

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay
• Tips

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift