Barista Part Time

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Career opportunities

Mental health & wellness program

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a friendly Barista to prepare and serve coffee, espresso drinks, and related snacks to customers in our busy cafe. You will welcome customers, explain menu items, handle orders, and ensure accurate preparation while maintaining a clean, stocked coffee bar.

Prior barista experience is a plus; strong teamwork, reliable recipe following, and customer service mindset are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Previous Barista experience is an asset.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers by determining coffee interests and needs.
• Educate customers by presenting the coffee menu and answering questions.
• Prepare espresso and other coffee drinks using prescribed recipes.
• Explain differences in beans and equipment to help purchases.
• Maintain inventory and keep supplies stocked at the coffee bar.
• Keep equipment operating and perform preventive maintenance.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment.
• Improve quality by evaluating processes and updating the store appearance.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Teamwork

Instruction following

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Job description

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.

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

What's in it for you?

• Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World's Most Admired Companies.
• The opportunities with us are endless. As the world's largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
• Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
• Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
• A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
• We're as diverse as our guests. We're as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams - strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

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