Coffee Shop Barista - PT

Posting Details

Position Information


Position Title
Coffee Shop Barista - PT


Department
Culinary/Hospitality


Location
Lincoln


Job Category
Support Staff


Job Type
Part-Time Regular


Posting Number
02244


Position End Date

Position Summary Information


General Description of Position


Under the general direction and supervision of the Culinary/Hospitality Program Director and Coffee Shop Manager, the Coffee Shop Barista will perform duties and various activities as needed within the coffee shop, as deemed necessary. This is a part-time regular position.

Essential Functions

1. Assist the Managers and/or the chef with necessary activities needed in the coffee shop service operations and educational program courses.
2. Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary facility as an example for the Culinary/Hospitality program students and guests.
3. Keep all equipment clean and well-maintained.
4. Wash and Sanitize: Wash and sanitize dishes, cooking utensils, and food service equipment, practicing safe and sanitary methods. Replaces equipment in the proper area.
5. Make sure the coffee shop is properly set up for service.
6. Support and maintain the standards of the Culinary/Hospitality program, the Great Plains Culinary Institute, and the Course Ground Coffee shop.

Promote a Culture of Belonging

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College's policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.

Marginal Functions

1. To maintain the quality of Food Service, assist in performing the essential functions of co-workers' positions in their absence.
2. May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
3. Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
4. Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of and experience in quantity and quality food preparation, ingredient functions, recipe conversion, food cost control, and sanitation and safety standards.
2. Knowledge of and ability to practice safe and sanitary food and equipment handling techniques.
3. Ability to complete and keep current the Lancaster County Food Handler Permit by the first day of employment.
4. Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.
5. Ability to use basic computer skills.
6. Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary.
7. The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Possess or obtain a Lancaster County Food Handler's Permit by the first day of employment.

Desired Qualifications

1. Experience working in a coffee shop or restaurant

Salary


$15.87 per hour

Benefits


Part-time regular employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College. Additionally, part-time regular employees may enroll in supplemental benefits and the group vision plan through employee-paid premiums.

Schedule


Normal hours of work for this part-time regular position are generally scheduled by the College, Monday through Friday, based on a 29-hour workweek and a 260-day work calendar. Scheduled special activities, emergencies, or temporary schedule changes may require hours outside of the regular workday or workweek.


Posting Detail Information
Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.

Open Date
08/17/2026


Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants


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