Barista (Part-Time, Seasonal)

This position demonstrates a passion for coffee and is an expert in the preparation and serving of espresso-based drinks. Interact with guests internally and externally to manage specific customer requests in a fast paced beverage assembly line. This is a part-time seasonal position. Job Class: Part-Time, Seasonal Hiring Range: $21.00/hour Work Schedule: TBD Essential Duties Consistently maintains the coffee lab & cart to meet any required health and food safety requirements. Must be flexible to float between the Coffee Lab & Coffee Cart. Deliver excellent customer service throughout the event. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee cart. Friendly demeanor and excellent communication skills to engage with customers and provide a positive experience. Provides consistent quality beverages following established recipes, or by suggestion of the guest. Prepares and serves a variety of hot and cold beverages including espresso drinks, lattes, teas and other specialty drinks. Attention to detail to manage specific customer drink requests in a fast-paced environment while working with other baristas. Knowledge of milk tempering and texturing. Monitors inventory levels of coffee beans, milks, syrups, pastries and other supplies. While on bar, communicate effectively and works as a team with fellow baristas. Follows protocol and processes for maintaining and cleaning espresso machine, grinder and coffee equipment. Takes responsibility to learn all aspects of the Barista position, including opening and closing of the coffee lab. Assists in all areas, such as clean-up, shelf-stocking, or keeping merchandise displayed in an orderly manner. Stocks and maintains appropriate levels of stock on the floor, and in storage, follows the FIFO protocol. Minimum Qualifications/Requirements High school diploma or equivalent work experience 6 months experience in a coffee shop environment. Hands on experience with an espresso machine and grinders. Ability to work flexible hours that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays (December 24, December 31 and January 1). Ability to pass all required food, liquor and safety certifications. Ideal Candidate Will Be/Have Able to regularly bend and lift up to 50lbs. Continuous standing during majority of 8-hour shift. Have a warm and positive demeanor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Denver Museum of Nature & Science