Barista

Job Description

Job Description

EpiCafe BaristaDepartment: LOFTType: Part-time, HourlyImmediate Supervisor: LOFT Community Manager Supervision Purview: N/A General Statement of Duties: The EpiCafé Barista serves to promote the EpiCafé Menu which includes a variety of hot and cold craft beverages, breakfast, and lunch items.We are looking for a passionate, outgoing, and customer-oriented individual to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing excellent customer service while preparing and serving drinks and food items to customers in our cafe. You will also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the cafe, as well as assisting with other tasks as needed. If you have a passion for craft beverage services, and you're looking for an exciting and rewarding career, then this is the role for you!Job Responsibilities:Provide excellent customer service by greeting guests, answering questions, taking orders, and ensuring overall satisfaction.Prepare and serve a variety of beverages and food items-including coffee, tea, smoothies, sandwiches, and salads-while adhering to company standards for quality and presentation.Handle cash and electronic payments accurately, and assist at the register as needed.Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment by wiping surfaces, restocking supplies, and following all health and safety guidelines.Support overall café operations by assisting with stocking, display upkeep, and other tasks that contribute to smooth daily service.Job Requirements:High school diploma or equivalent, with prior barista or food service experience preferred.Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.Knowledge of basic food preparation, beverage recipes (including smoothies, coffee, and tea), and food safety regulations.Ability to take orders accurately, operate POS systems, handle cash transactions, and ensure service efficiency.Physically able to stand for long periods, lift and carry supplies, and maintain a clean, organized workspace.Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends, with a professional and team-oriented approach.TaskEffort % of time spent on this aspect of the role• Prepares and sells customers' drink or food choice by following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques. While adhering to health and safety guidelines as outlined by the Department of Health.60%• Maintains inventories by replenishing materials and supplies; stocking all café items as needed 25%• Handle transactions on cash register including balancing cash register.10%• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational and training opportunities5%Working ConditionsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. · Primarily works in an fast-paced environment · Frequently required to stand; use of hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear clearly· Frequently required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.· Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.· The noise level in the work environment is usually low.All candidates selected for employment with Riverside EpiCenter will be required to successfully complete a background check and drug screening as a condition of employment. Failure to pass either requirement may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment.