Barista

Sodexo; Arkadelphia (AR); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Barista at OUACHITA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY. The role emphasizes friendly service and crafted beverages, while maintaining a clean cafe and efficient operations.

Typical duties include greeting guests, preparing coffee and tea beverages, educating on menu options, and handling transactions with accuracy. A High School diploma or equivalent and prior customer service are preferred. This entry point offers growth and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Customer service experience.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, standards and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with quick, friendly, and personalized service.
• Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages to order.
• Maintain fast delivery of beverages and food items.
• Educate guests on menu offerings and upsell when appropriate.
• Operate cash register and follow cash-handling procedures.
• Keep coffee bar and prep areas clean and organized.
• Be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Food preparation

Sanitation standards

Inventory control

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Barista

Location: OUACHITA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY - 10435004

Workdays/shifts : Weekdays - morning shifts. More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Pay Range: $11.00 per hour - $13.00 per hour

University students with restrictions on number of hours they can work, including international students, should apply for open student worker positions at the school they attend. You can search student worker jobs here (https://sodexo.paradox.ai/7nq0G05)

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You'll Do:

As a Barista at Sodexo, you will provide exceptional customer service while making hand-crafted, quality beverages. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Sodexo may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

• Greets all guests and provides quick, friendly, and personalized service.

• Mixes and serves hot and cold beverages such as coffee, espresso, cappuccino, café latte, tea, chai, fruit blend drinks, etc., while considering customer specifications.

• Works to maintain good customer relations and speedy delivery of all beverages and food items.

• Educate guests regarding menu offerings and initiate suggestive selling.

• Arranges coffee bar/cart supplies and cups/mugs to make attractive displays.

• Often cleans coffee machines, restaurant areas, and preparation areas.

• Records all sales, collects money, operates a cash register, and follows all cash-handling procedures as required.

• Significant walking or other means of mobility.

• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time, throughout the entire duration of a shift, which may exceed 8 hours.

• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 50 pounds.

• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity

• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

What You Bring:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.

• Customer Service related work experience.

• Must have knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, standards, and inventory control systems.

• Starbucks Baristas may be required to be certified.

Link to full Job description (https://sodexo.paradox.ai/t3saKZPX)

What We Offer:

• Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life's important moments.

• Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career

• Full array of benefits that support you and your family's wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more.

• In addition to Sodexo's standard, some locations may offer additional site-specific benefits, including free "shift" meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking.

Link to benefits summary (https://ai-client-static-host.s3.amazonaws.com/upload/0cb81470b79549eaa37e71c511157d9b/English%20Benefit%20Guide.pdf)

Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo's benefit offerings during the interview process.

Who we are:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.