Office Barista / Hospitality Porter

tryhungry.com; Toronto; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HUNGRY in Toronto is seeking a Coffee Cart Barista to operate a self-contained workplace coffee cart for client sites. You will prepare espresso beverages, manage setup, stocking, and water systems, and ensure a clean, organized cart throughout service.

This role is Monday to Friday, 7am to 3pm, with travel between client locations in the Toronto area as needed. You’ll deliver friendly, professional service and support the Hospitality Porter duties when required.

Qualifications

• Hospitality and customer-service experience required.
• Reliable, energetic, and punctual for daily shifts.
• Able to travel between client sites in Toronto area.

Responsibilities

• Prepare espresso beverages, coffee, tea, and related items per recipes.
• Serve employees and guests with friendly, professional service.
• Set up, operate, replenish, clean, and breakdown the coffee cart.
• Maintain water system and carts, including filling and transporting water.
• Restock supplies and manage inventory before products run out.
• Assist Hospitality Porter tasks and support client sites as needed.
• Perform daily cleaning and sanitize equipment.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Barista experience

Tools

Espresso machines

Water systems

Job description

Who We Are

HUNGRY is revolutionizing workplace dining with an unwavering commitment toobsessivehospitality and flawless execution. Founded in 2016 by entrepreneurs Eman Pahlavani and Jeff Grass, HUNGRY connects corporate offices in 19 cities across the United States and Canada with top-tier chefs andlocalrestaurants to deliver extraordinary culinary experiences. From large-format catering and memorable events to individually packaged group meals, snacks, and pantry solutions, HUNGRY ensures every detail is thoughtfully handled to prioritize quality and convenience. Rooted in a mission of social responsibility, HUNGRY fosters local economic growth while embracing eco-friendly practices.The company goes even further, donating one meal for every two purchased, making a tangible impact on communities nationwide, as it has already donated over 3 million meals to date.

The Role

• Expected Schedule: M-F 7am-3pm
• Pay: $23-25/hr CAD

We are looking for an energetic, reliable, and hospitality-focused Coffee Cart Barista to operate and maintain a workplace coffee cart experience for our client.

This position is different from a traditional café Barista role. In addition to preparing high-quality espresso and coffee beverages, the Coffee Cart Barista is responsible for the daily setup, operation, replenishment, cleaning, and breakdown of a self-contained coffee cart.

Because the coffee cart is not directly connected to a permanent water source, this role requires additional hands-on responsibilities, including filling, transporting, and replacing water containers used to operate the cart throughout service.

-This role will also support additional Hospitality Porter responsibilities for clients throughout the Toronto area as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Coffee & Guest Experience

• Prepare espresso-based beverages, coffee, tea, and other menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Provide friendly, professional, and engaging service to employees and guests.
• Maintain consistency in beverage quality, presentation, and service.
• Become familiar with menu offerings, ingredients, and common dietary or allergen questions.
• Maintain an organized and welcoming coffee cart throughout service.

Coffee Cart Setup & Daily Operations

• Ensure the espresso machine, grinders, refrigeration, water system, and other equipment are ready for operation.
• Stock cups, lids, milk, alternative milks, coffee, syrups, teas, napkins, and other service supplies.
• Monitor inventory throughout the shift and replenish products as needed.
• Maintain an organized backstock area and communicate inventory needs before products run out.
• Complete closing procedures and properly secure and organize the cart at the end of service.
• Keeping the cart's water supply and wastewater areas clean and sanitary.
• Clean and sanitize the espresso machine, steam wands, grinders, pitchers, tools, counters, sinks, and service areas.
• Wash and organize dishes and reusable equipment throughout the shift.
• Remove trash, recycling, coffee grounds, and other waste as needed.
• Receive and organize coffee, milk, supplies, and other deliveries when required.
• Rotate products using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
• Check expiration dates and product quality.
• Report low inventory, damaged equipment, maintenance concerns, or product issues to management promptly.

Porter Responsibilities:

• Assist our on-site Hospitality Porter team with restocking, cleaning & organizing, and other general duties to prepare client break room spaces for the business day.

• Hospitality, Customer Service, & Barista Experience
• Ability to arrive on-time at our client's office each day
• Potential to travel between multiple client sites to provide support
• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Frequently bending, reaching, twisting, and moving around the coffee cart.
• Moving and replenishing water containers throughout the shift.
• Transporting product and supplies between storage areas and the coffee cart.
• Performing repetitive tasks associated with beverage preparation, cleaning, stocking, and cart maintenance.
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable law.

• Pay: $23-25/hr CAD