Barista

Holt Renfrew; Toronto; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matching

Employee discount

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Holt Renfrew in Toronto is seeking a passionate Barista to deliver exceptional coffee experiences at our fashion-driven retail environment. You will prepare espresso beverages, teas, and café offerings with attention to consistency and presentation.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of barista or café experience, strong knowledge of coffee techniques, and excellent communication and customer service skills to engage guests in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• 2–3 years previous experience in a similar café or barista role.
• Strong knowledge of coffee preparation techniques and espresso-based beverages.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves coffee, espresso beverages, teas, and other café offerings as per Holt Renfrew standards.
• Ensures all beverages are prepared consistently, accurately, and presented beautifully.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the coffee station, equipment, and service areas at all times.
• Operates espresso machines, grinders, and other café equipment safely and efficiently.
• Restocks coffee beans, milk, syrups, cups, lids, and other supplies as required.
• Greets clients warmly and provides exceptional, personalized service.
• Assists guests with menu selections and product knowledge, including coffee origins and beverage recommendations.
• Processes orders and payments accurately using the POS system.
• Monitors product quality and freshness throughout service.
• Assists team members in maintaining smooth café operations during busy periods.
• Follows food safety, sanitation, and health regulations at all times.
• Supports opening and closing duties, including cleaning, stocking, and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Coffee preparation techniques

Espresso-based beverages knowledge

Excellent communication

Customer service skills

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Holt Renfrew offers you an inspiring, fashion-driven environment with opportunities to learn and grow. From our incredible partnerships with iconic luxury brands, to our commitments to corporate social responsibility, you will be inspired every day.

Barista Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Prepares and serves coffee, espresso beverages, teas, and other café offerings as per Holt Renfrew standards.
• Ensures all beverages are prepared consistently, accurately, and presented beautifully.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the coffee station, equipment, and service areas at all times.
• Operates espresso machines, grinders, and other café equipment safely and efficiently.
• Restocks coffee beans, milk, syrups, cups, lids, and other supplies as required.
• Greets clients warmly and provides exceptional, personalized service.
• Assists guests with menu selections and product knowledge, including coffee origins and beverage recommendations.
• Processes orders and payments accurately using the POS system.
• Monitors product quality and freshness throughout service.
• Assists team members in maintaining smooth café operations during busy periods.
• Follows food safety, sanitation, and health regulations at all times.
• Supports opening and closing duties, including cleaning, stocking, and equipment maintenance.

The ideal candidate:

• High School Diploma
• 2–3 years previous experience in a similar café or barista role
• Strong knowledge of coffee preparation techniques and espresso-based beverages
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

The measures of success:

• Clients not left waiting
• Beverage quality and consistency
• Client feedback
• Regular walk throughs
• Observation
• Random Audit

Holt Renfrew is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation, please email [e-mail] and let us know so we can ensure you have an accessible candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. All requests are confidential and used only to meet candidate needs.

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche : $17.60 - $25.25 / 17,60$ - 25,25$ (per hour / de l’heure)

Final compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidate's unique skills, expertise, individual qualifications, and assessed contributions to the role following the completion of the interview process. The range stated is the starting range for this position. Offers may vary with experience, qualifications, performance, and local market conditions. We strive to offer competitive compensation that aligns with a candidate's contributions to our team, along with a comprehensive benefits package, enticing perks, pension matching, incentives, and our coveted employee discount.

/ La rémunération finale pour ce poste sera déterminée sur la base des compétences uniques du candidat, de son expertise, de ses qualifications individuelles et de l’évaluation de sa contribution au poste à l'issue de la procédure d’entrevue. La fourchette indiquée est la fourchette de départ pour ce poste. Les offres peuvent varier en fonction de l’expérience, des qualifications, du rendement et des conditions du marché local. Nous nous efforçons d’offrir une rémunération compétitive qui corresponde à la contribution du candidat à notre équipe, ainsi qu’un ensemble complet de garanties, d’avantages attrayants, de cotisations de retraite assorties par l’employeur, de primes d’encouragement et notre très convoitée remise d’employé.

We are Canada’s FASHION and LIFESTYLE retailer, providing a strong trusted voice in the global fashion world on behalf of Canadian customers. We are the curators of EXTRAORDINARY products that INSPIRE our customers and are respectful of both people and planet. We provide personal service and experiences to empower our customers and colleagues to find the truest expression of themselves and create JOY in doing so. We are committed to creating and inspiring a more SUSTAINABLE future for all. We aim to IGNITE the possibility of POSITIVE CHANGE. No other brand has this combination of traits, and they give us our strong point of view and set us apart. Magenta Own and elevate Magenta so that it is synonymous with the brand. Canadian Be proud and make Canadians proud of who we are by representing a modern Canada, its values, its people, and its ethos on the global retail stage. Sustainability Be a leader in sustainability and ignite the possibility of positive change in others. Build loyalty by being known as a trusted brand that cares for its customers, colleagues, communities, as well as the planet. Personal Service Deliver the highest quality of service, not just to our most valuable customers, but to all guests of Holts. Our reach may be global, but our Values remain proudly Canadian. They are meaningful to us and guide how we work together and interact with our communities. Warmth Be open, welcoming, and respectful to others. Unity We are one team, one community, sharing one planet. Passion Passion is what drives us to be curious and think creatively. Excellence We constantly encourage ourselves to be better.