Barista | Part-Time| Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park

Barista | Part-Time | Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park

The Barista is responsible for accurately operating the cash register, processing payments, and preparing a variety of concession items and beverages for guests. This role ensures all products are presented with consistent quality and delivered with attentive service. The Barista is expected to maintain a clean, organized work environment and uphold excellent attendance in accordance with company policy.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $14.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until August 28, 2026.

Our vision at ZooTampa is the following: Everyone we touch is motivated to join us in taking action to protect and preserve wildlife. Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and care for animals and create exceptional personalized experiences that connect people with wildlife and each other in fun, immersive ways.

Responsibilities

• Conduct the cash register sales by entering the orders and completing the transaction.
• Memorize and use the recipe book.
• Operate a blender, coffee machine, and espresso machine.
• Responsible for maintaining stock and supply levels and communicating low-stock items to the Concessions Stand Manager.
• Listening and responding to customer requests or concerns.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized workspace, including but not limited to the disposal of garbage & cleaning dishes.
• Serve beverages to guests, including alcoholic beverages, responsibly.
• Check guest's ID in accordance with state/federal regulations to verify the minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages.
• Maintains sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Three or more months' experience in the food service industry preferred.
• Previous cash handling experience preferred.
• Ability to learn to handle cash and learn to operate a cash register and corresponding system.
• Excellent interpersonal skills & a friendly, positive attitude with co-workers, managers, volunteers & guests.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.