Barista

Ward Church; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in food and beverage or customer service preferred.
• Training and willingness to continue learning about food and beverage preparation.
• Exceptional listening and communication skills.
• Ability to walk, bend, and stand for extended periods.
• Availability to work around peak hours, including nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests as they enter.
• Describe menu items to guests or suggest products that might appeal to them.
• Take orders while paying attention to details, e.g. coffee blend preferences, dairy and sugar ratios.
• Prepare beverages following recipes.
• Serve beverages and prepared food, like cookies, pastries and muffins.
• Receive and process payments, e.g. cash, credit cards, gift cards, and ReNu accounts.
• Clean service or seating areas.
• Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment.
• Stock customer service stations with paper products or beverage preparation items.
• Maintain stock of clean mugs and plates.
• Wrap, label, or date food items for sale.
• Receive and stock supplies or retail products.
• Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Communicate guest feedback to Lead Barista and recommend new menu items.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Northville, MI 481683956Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $12.85 - $19.28 HourlyTravel Percentage: None

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Barista to join our team at our Northville location. The ideal candidate will have a passion for coffee and customer service and be able to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our customers. Opportunity for advancement to Coffee Shop Manager as our current manager transitions late fall.

Duties:

• Greet guests as they enter
• Describe menu items to guests or suggest products that might appeal to them
• Take orders while paying attention to details, e.g. coffee blend preferences, dairy and sugar ratios
• Prepare beverages following recipes
• Serve beverages and prepared food, like cookies, pastries and muffins
• Receive and process payments, e.g. cash, credit cards, gift cards, and ReNu accounts
• Clean service or seating areas
• Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment
• Stock customer service stations with paper products or beverage preparation items
• Maintain stock of clean mugs and plates
• Wrap, label, or date food items for sale
• Receive and stock supplies or retail products
• Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs
• Comply with health and safety regulations
• Communicate guest feedback to Lead Barista and recommend new menu items

Character

Demonstrate the qualities of a follower of Jesus Christ, with a passion to love God, live in community with those in the body of Christ, and extend the love of God to those seeking Him. Show a strong commitment to Ward Church’s mission and values.

Mission Statement

Leading generations to live and love like Jesus.

Church Values

Thoughtful Theology, Audacious Generosity, Healthy Families, Global Reach, and Extra-Mile Hospitality

Staff Values

Model What We Teach, Give Ministry Away, Make it Better, and Fight for Each Other

Reports to: ReNu Coffee Manager

Status: Part-time, hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience in food and beverage preparation or customer service preferred
• Training and willingness to continue learning about food and beverage preparation
• Exceptional listening and communication skills
• Ability to walk, bend, and stand for extended periods
• Availability to work around peak hours, including nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays
• A polite, engaging personality
• Commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence