Barista, Full Time

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Barista to prepare and serve coffee, espresso drinks and related food items to customers. You will welcome customers, explain the menu, and prepare drinks following prescribed recipes.

You will also maintain inventories and equipment, ensure a safe work environment, and contribute to a clean, welcoming coffee bar. The wage is $21 per hour, with compensation determined by skills, experience, and internal equity; AI tools may be used in screening.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Previous barista experience is an asset.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers by determining their coffee interests and needs.
• Educate customers by presenting and explaining the coffee drink menu, answering questions.
• Prepare coffee drinks by following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques (espresso, latte, cappuccino).
• Sell coffee and equipment by explaining differences in beans and machines; demonstrate operation of brewing equipment.
• Maintain inventories by replenishing coffee beans, stocking equipment, and keeping pastry supplies stocked.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Oral & written instructions

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The hourly wage rate for this position is $21 . Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.

How you will make an impact:

You will be responsible for preparing and serving coffee, espresso drinks and related food and beverage items to customers.

As a Barista, you will:

• Welcome customers by determining their coffee interests and needs
• Educate customers by presenting and explaining the coffee drink menu, answering questions
• Prepare coffee drinks by following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques for coffee drinks, such as, espresso, cafe latte, and cappuccino
• Sell coffee and coffee grinding/brewing equipment by explaining differences in coffee beans and coffee preparation machines; demonstrating how brewing equipment operates
• Maintain inventories by replenishing coffee bean supply; stocking coffee brewing equipment; maintaining supplies, pastries, and cookies for coffee bar
• Keep equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following organization standards and sanitation regulations
• Improve quality results by studying, evaluating, and re‑designing processes; implementing changes; maintaining and improving the appearance of the store and coffee bar

About you:

• Excellent customer service skills
• Previous work experience as a Barista is an asset
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position