Counter Server

Bread + Butter

Bread + Butter started in the basement of my home in Tasmania, Australia, where I churned butter by hand for customers at my local farmers' market. From here, my butter made its way into the pastries at my first bakery, which opened in 2018. It escalated from there, and we now have three locations in Australia and employ fifty dedicated bakers, cooks, baristas and hospitality experts, all built from the simple desire to deliver delicious and exceptional coffee, pastries, and food to our community.

Our move to LA seems odd to most, but it makes perfect sense at the same time. It’s a bit of a long story. But we are here about to do what we do best at our first location in Santa Monica.

Our guiding light remains the same in all we do: dedication to exceptional food and coffee, deep respect for tradition, honesty and integrity, and an unwavering commitment to our community.

We are searching for an experienced hospitality professional to join Bread + Butter on a full-time basis. This will be an exciting opportunity to join the OG US team and help continue to establish our little bakery as part of the fabric of Santa Monica.

Bakery

Everything from our croissants to our jam and pickles is made onsite at our Main Street bakery. We use the best produce and prepare every item we make with care and consideration.

Our bakery is open plan, which enables both the back of house, coffee and front of house to create connections with our customers and build lasting relationships.

Coffee

Our approach to coffee embodies our commitment to exceptional quality, tradition, and community. We have partnered with Proud Mary to feature their Humbler blend as our house coffee.

In addition to our house blend, we collaborate with roasters around the US and abroad weekly to mix things up, ensuring each one is dialled in perfectly to highlight its unique characteristics and provide an exceptional coffee experience.

Duties

• Manage daily service, open/close the bakery.
• Greet guests warmly, accurately take orders, and explain menu items, including ingredients and allergens.
• Manage inventory, handle cash drawers, the POS system and ensure compliance with health and safety.
• Prepare and serve various coffee and tea beverages according to standard recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area, including equipment and utensils.
• Provide exceptional hospitality.
• Assist with food preparation as needed, ensuring adherence to food safety standards.
• Uphold Bread + Butter’s standards for quality, presentation, and hospitality at all times.

Skills Required to Succeed

• Experience in the food industry or café environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with guests and coordinating with the back-of-house team.
• Specialty coffee experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in food preparation techniques and knowledge of coffee brewing methods.
• Have exceptional attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Square POS systems and cash handling procedures.
• Have a hospitality mindset.
• Excellent time management skills to handle peak hours efficiently.
• Basic math skills for cash handling and retail transactions.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being self-motivated.
• Live and breathe hospitality and have a healthy interest in baked goods.
• Possession of a current ServSafe Food Handlers card and/or the acquisition of a certificate.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and stand for 4+ hours.
• Ability to maneuver effectively around the cafe and bakery.

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental insurance; 401(k); PTO; tips; and dining discounts.

If this sounds like you and you are a good human who loves people and learning, please send in an application and let me know your favourite bakeries.

Talk soon,
Olivia