Barista - Melrose

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Barista - Melrose Direct Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA, US 8 days ago Requisition ID: 1008 Salary Range: $20.25 To $21.50 Hourly POSITION: Barista CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt Position Summary At Verve Coffee Roasters, we believe the coffee experience is our responsibility from seed to cup. Coffee is our craft, our ritual, our passion. It drives us and inspires us. With this simple truth and responsibility we are bridging the gap from farmlevel to streetlevel. We're looking for positive and energetic folks with amazing service skills and a strong desire to learn about coffee. Join the team and live with Verve! Key Responsibilities Welcome and connect with every customer every time by being a brand ambassador with positivity and enthusiasm Consistently provide quality beverages and food Have a clear knowledge on all inventory items and accurately communicate product information to customers by responding to questions, orders, and concerns Maintain a clean environment including the cleaning of the back of house, bar areas, and patios to contribute to a healthy environment for customers and employees Contribute to store profitability by following Verve’s cash handling and cash register protocols Participate in the training and development of new employees Work at different stations in the café as needed and assigned Assist in keeping the Cafe clean Follow all Verve policies, procedures, and processes Have a passion for coffee! Qualifications and Requirements Retail and/or customer service experience is preferred and Coffee experience is plus Must maintain current state-issued Food Handler Card Must be 18 years or older Able to multi-task and deal with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment Ability to communicate effectively with others, written and verbally Inclusive, respectful and professional and the ability to work as part of a team The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds The hours can be part-time/full-time based on availability, available weekends and Holidays, Hours can fluctuate due to the needs of the business. Physical Requirements The following physical demands outline the requirements necessary for employees to effectively carry out the essential functions of this position. During the performance of duties, employees are expected to engage in regular communication, auditory perception, and reading tasks. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill essential job functions. This role is dynamic and involves prolonged periods of standing (or being on one's feet for up to 8 hours), walking, bending, stooping, and crouching throughout the shift. Additionally, employees will be required to lift products and packaging overhead and may frequently handle items weighing between 25 and 50 pounds. Essential vision capabilities for this role encompass close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Furthermore, adept finger and wrist dexterity are essential for successful performance in this position. Benefits and Compensation Available to all employees Competitive Hourly wage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Physical and mental health, financial and legal coaching available at no cost to the employee Free coffee with every paycheck and 30% employee discount on all merchandise, whole bean, beverages, and food items Continuing coffee education classes Mentorship and positive work environment After 60 days of employment Healthcare Benefits (for full-time employees working over 30 hours per week) including medical, dental, vision and 401k Holiday Pay after 90 days of employment. Eight observed holidays per year Compensation will be commensurate with experience and location. This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Job responsibilities can change according to the operational needs of the business. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. Verve Coffee Roasters is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment that recognizes and celebrates diversity as an integral component of building a trusted brand and a successful team. Candidates who can contribute to this mission are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area. Verve is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, and discharge will be based on competence, performance, and business needs. Verve does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr