Barista

Stories Coffee Company; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Stories Coffee Company in Omaha, NE is seeking a Barista to craft espresso drinks and provide fast, friendly service in a busy cafe. This part-time role focuses on quality, speed, and guest satisfaction.

You will learn the full menu, follow brand standards, and complete training on safety and equipment. Teamwork, reliability, and the ability to work well under pressure are essential for daily shop operations.

Qualifications

• Punctual attendance and reliability required.
• Learn and follow brand recipe standards and menu.
• Pass all training and safety protocols.
• Able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare espresso drinks according to brand standards for in-store and drive-thru.
• Prepare chai and hot teas as needed.
• Serve drinks to customers at counter and drive-thru.
• Restock barista area fridge.
• Follow cleaning and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Attendance and punctuality

Professional appearance

Menu knowledge

Safety compliance

Training completion

Teamwork

Repetitive tasks

Instruction comprehension

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Description

Crew Member - Barista

Position Name: Barista

Position Reports to: Management

Position Type: Hourly (part-time)

Number of Direct Reports: 0

Summary

While clocked in as a Barista you are responsible for making all espresso drinks according to brand standards for recipe and presentation, while following cleaning and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all espresso drinks using the espresso machine for in store and drive through orders, including for blended affogatos.
• Prepare chai and hot teas as needed for in store and drive thru orders.
• Serve finished drinks to in store customers and the drive-thru station.
• Restock barista area fridge.
• Follow proper cleaning and sanitation procedures for the barista area.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of the Barista job.
• Maintain a professional appearance and grooming standards as outlined during the hiring process
• Learn and understand the entire menu and create drinks to brand standards.
• Comply with all safety requirements as outlined in the training program.
• Must pass training requirements at all other crew member positions and pass training on the proper use of the espresso machine before moving up to barista position.
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, work alone and work as a team with others, work under stress, meet strict quality control standards, and interact with people.
• May be scheduled for other positions depending on business needs. Baristas are required to work X% of shifts as a barista in order to qualify for the Barista rate of pay while working other positions.
• Ability to understand and implement written and verbal instruction. No previous experience required.

Physical Demands

Will be required to work in a fast-paced environment for periods of up to 4 hours or more with constant exposure to hot equipment. The physical demands are long periods of standing and walking on hard surfaces, occasionally in warm temperatures. Frequent lifting, bending, reaching, and stooping. Must have the ability to verbally communicate with others. Must have the ability to push, lift, carry and transfer up to 50 pounds with assistance when necessary.

Work Conditions

• Sudden changes in temperature in work area and while outside.
• Fumes from food odors.
• Cramped quarters including walk-in freezer and cooler.
• Hot surfaces/tools from coffee machines up to 400 degrees or higher.
• Sharp edges and moving mechanical parts.