Job title: Barista at Otto's Cache – Jasper, AB.
Salary: $18–$20 per hour, plus gratuities.
Position: Full Time & Part Time. Hours: Flexible, including mornings, weekends, and public holidays.
Benefits: Product discounts, staff housing for select candidates, flexible hours.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve espresso-based drinks, filter coffee, and other specialty beverages to café standards.
- Dial in espresso shots, adjust grinder settings, and ensure consistent extraction quality.
- Steam and texture milk for lattes, flat whites, cappuccinos, and other beverages.
- Create latte art and maintain high-quality presentation standards.
- Recommend coffee origins, roasts, and brewing methods to customers.
- Operate and maintain espresso machines, grinders, and brewing equipment.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and inviting café workspace.
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and café health regulations.
- Handle cash and POS transactions accurately.
- Provide friendly, professional, and efficient customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Assist with opening and closing duties, including prep, cleaning, and stock rotation.
- Restock café supplies and assist with inventory management.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth service during busy periods.
Requirements
- Previous barista experience in a café or specialty coffee environment (essential).
- Strong knowledge of espresso-based drinks, brewing methods, and coffee origins.
- Ability to dial in espresso, steam milk, and create consistent latte art.
- Understanding of café workflow and customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with operating and cleaning commercial espresso machines and grinders.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and café health regulations.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Alberta Pro-Serve certification.
- Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility to work mornings, weekends, and public holidays.
Nice to Have
- Certificate III in Hospitality (Barista Skills) or equivalent training.
- Experience with manual brew methods (pour‑over, Aeropress, V60).
- Passion for coffee education and recommending blends to customers.
- Experience in stock management and inventory control.