Barista

McDonald’s; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

McDonald’s Newington location is seeking a Barista to prepare and serve McCafé beverages with high quality and efficiency. You will follow recipes and build cards to ensure consistency, greet customers warmly, and maintain a clean, organized beverage station in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes accurate beverage presentation, teamwork, and adherence to food safety procedures, with early mornings, evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to beverage accuracy and quality.
• Excellent customer service and positive attitude.
• Ability to follow recipes and procedures consistently.
• Good communication within a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare McCafé beverages (coffee, espresso drinks, frappes, smoothies) per McDonald's standards.
• Follow recipes, build cards, and procedures for consistency.
• Greet customers warmly and provide quick, accurate service.
• Maintain speed while ensuring beverage quality and presentation.
• Keep beverage station clean, stocked, and organized at all times.
• Monitor stock levels and restock cups, syrups, milk, and supplies.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Operate coffee/beverage equipment safely.
• Communicate with team for smooth operations during busy times.
• Assist with other restaurant duties as needed.

Skills

Fast-paced work

Attention to detail

Customer service

Follow procedures

Team communication

Job description

Location: 49 GOSLING RD, NEWINGTON, NH, 03801

The Barista is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality McCafé beverages while delivering fast, friendly service. This role ensures beverages meet McDonald's standards for quality, accuracy, and presentation while maintaining a clean and organized beverage station.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare McCafé beverages, including coffee, espresso drinks, frappes, smoothies, and other specialty beverages, in accordance with McDonald's standards.
• Follow all recipes, build cards, and preparation procedures to ensure consistent product quality.
• Greet customers warmly and provide quick, accurate service.
• Maintain service speed while ensuring beverage quality and presentation.
• Keep the beverage station clean, stocked, and organized at all times.
• Monitor product levels and restock cups, syrups, milk, and other supplies as needed.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Operate coffee and beverage equipment safely and correctly.
• Communicate with team members to ensure smooth operations during busy periods.
• Assist with other restaurant duties as needed to support the team.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure beverage accuracy and quality.
• Positive attitude and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to follow procedures and recipes consistently.
• Team-oriented with good communication skills.
• Basic math and cash handling skills if working a service position.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to move quickly and safely within a busy restaurant environment.

Work Environment

Fast-paced restaurant environment with frequent customer interaction. May require early morning, evening, weekend, or holiday shifts.