Barista-Restaurant Part Time

Overview
This position is responsible for preparing juice and other specialty products for purchase.

Responsibilities

Properly set up and prepare the area for specialized food products.

Fully read materials that accompany product demonstrations to understand program scope, instructions, production requirements, and program compliance.

Follow all safety requirements when using equipment (e.g. hot machinery or sharp blades) and practice proper lifting techniques when working with boxes or heavy merchandise.

Adhere to all required tasks and procedures related to safe food handling, preparation, production, packaging, labeling, merchandising, and disposal.

Accurately complete all reporting requirements (including online requirements).

Regularly check the product event schedule and email for upcoming activities, corporate news updates, event changes and instructions, and supervisor requests.

Complete certifications and attend special training sessions as required.

Follow safety and compliance guidelines for appropriate machine operation, cleaning, and maintenance.

Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe work area using proper cleaning chemicals and equipment.

Assist other teammates with event set‑up or clean‑up and/or kitchen duties when needed.

Conduct food sampling and demonstrations in support of the needs of business and follow general set‑up and tear‑down guidelines.

Qualifications
Education/Experience: Previous experience in Product Marketing, Product Demonstrations, or in the food, beverage or restaurant industry preferred.

Specific Skills:

Ability to safely and effectively prepare juice or other specialty products for purchase.

Ability to conduct demonstrations and sampling events of other products as needed.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Applicable state and local food safety certification or license.

Physical Demands

Continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day.

Push a wheeled machine with a weight range of 50-600 lbs to/from the sales floor.

Prepare foods using produce, machinery, and sharp utensils.

Stand for extended periods each day.

Work varied hours throughout the day as required.

Climb a 6’ step stool when necessary.

Visual ability to read instructions to ensure safety and food safety compliance.

Ability to work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions, and hot equipment.

Sit, stand, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other peripherals.

Listen to and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences.

Read and understand information presented in writing.

Communicate information orally and in writing so others will understand.

Identify and understand the speech of another person and interact with customers.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None.

Work Environment
Retail store environment with regular interaction with coworkers, management team members, and customers. Moderate to high noise levels associated with a warehouse environment. Exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions, food products, and cleaning chemicals.

Language Skills
English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Accommodations
Applicants with disabilities will receive reasonable accommodations. Contact View email address on click.appcast.io for requests.

Background Check
The company utilizes E‑Verify for validating work authorization.

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