Barista

WE ARE CURRENTLY HIRING A FULL TIME BARISTA/ SERVER FOR OUR WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA CAFE LOCATION

OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION

James Perse, California based lifestyle brand, opened its first US C café in West Hollywood . The Barista/Server will serve as a critical brand ambassador for the business by modeling and embodying the spirit and behaviors of the James Perse brand. A great candidate for this role will be a quick and willing learner, have an eye for detail and have an outgoing, confident and customer-focused service style. Experience in a fast paced, top tier specialty coffee setting is a must.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Embody and demonstrate the excellence and spirit of the James Perse brand Deliver exceptional customer experiences in accordance with company standards Demonstrate mastery of the café menu and a strong grasp of general specialty coffee and tea concepts Prepare specialty coffee, tea and other items to exacting company standards Build community and rapport with regular customers Prepare bulk drink bases and cold brew, pre-portion ingredients and other back of house prep tasks Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and organization throughout the cafe area Deliver orders to tables, clean dishes, bus tables and other general cafe tasks. This is a small team, and every person will share café responsibilities. Adhere to loss prevention and security policies, credit card policies, and procedures Perform other duties as assigned by Store Management - i.e. Receiving and verification of inventory, various back of house functions, cash duties, etc. Comply with all store/ company policies, practices and procedures

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE

6 months to 1 year experience in a fast-paced specialty coffee environment Strong coffee knowledge Willing to learn how to educate and inform customers about coffee products Outgoing, friendly, and confident demeanor Passionate about building customer base and working on new concepts Physical requirements: able to bend, stand for long periods of time, climb ladders, lift and move boxes up to 50 lbs. California food handlers card required.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

This position pays $20.00 - $22.00 per hour plus tips JAMES PERSE was founded in the late 1990's in Los Angeles, California by its eponymous designer. James’ signature design philosophy and aesthetic – the pairing of elegance and sophistication with simplicity and comfort – is borne from his passion for minimalist architecture and (as a Los Angeles native) his intimate familiarity with west coast indoor / outdoor living and the casual clothing inspired by it. This approach has been applied to each step in developing the JAMES PERSE brand, which has become synonymous with Southern California life and style. At the Company’s inception, James’ mission was to bring an elevated look and feel to unique baseball caps and basic tees. Two decades later, the Company has expanded to producing full lines of its famously soft and meticulously constructed modern classics for men and women, as well as home furnishings, accessories, and limited edition goods. Our collections are sold in over 70 JAMES PERSE boutiques, as well as in fine department and specialty stores around the world. Our employees are smart, creative, passionate, and service-driven individuals who meet the same superior standards we set for our products. We embrace talented people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, and support policies and practices that prohibit discrimination against any person because of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. JAMES PERSEoffers competitive benefits packages, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance,short-term andlong-term disability insurance,flexible spending accounts,an employee assistance program, paid vacation,paid sick time,a retirement savings planwith company match,and a generous employee discount. We appreciate your interest in our company and look forward to hearing from you. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr James Perse Enterprises, Inc.