Barista

Variety Coffee -west-; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Compton's Coffee in San Francisco is seeking a friendly Barista to craft beverages and deliver exceptional service. You will greet customers and prepare drinks to established recipes, ensuring quality and consistency.

Work includes maintaining a clean station, handling cash transactions, and collaborating with teammates during busy periods. Prior barista or customer service experience is preferred, and flexibility for weekend shifts is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in barista or customer service roles.
• Good communication and friendly demeanor.
• Able to handle cash and operate POS.
• Interest in learning brewing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of coffee and tea beverages according to established recipes and standards.
• Provide friendly and efficient service to all customers, ensuring a positive experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee shop, including workstations and customer areas.
• Operate coffee-making equipment and maintain it in good working condition.
• Handle cash and process transactions accurately.
• Engage with customers to understand their preferences and make recommendations.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations during busy periods.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Multitasking

Teamwork

Coffee knowledge

Tools

POS systems

Espresso machine

Job description

The Role

As a Barista at Compton's Coffee, you will be the face of our coffee shop, responsible for crafting delicious beverages and providing excellent customer service. You will work in a dynamic environment, ensuring that every customer leaves with a smile and a great cup of coffee.

What You'll Do

• - Prepare and serve a variety of coffee and tea beverages according to established recipes and standards.
• - Provide friendly and efficient service to all customers, ensuring a positive experience.
• - Maintain cleanliness and organization of the coffee shop, including workstations and customer areas.
• - Operate coffee-making equipment and maintain it in good working condition.
• - Handle cash and process transactions accurately.
• - Engage with customers to understand their preferences and make recommendations.
• - Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations during busy periods.

What We're Looking For

• - Previous experience in a barista or customer service role is preferred.
• - Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
• - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• - Basic math skills for handling cash and transactions.
• - A passion for coffee and a willingness to learn about different brewing techniques.

Nice to Have

• - Knowledge of coffee brewing methods and equipment.
• - Experience with point-of-sale systems.
• - Barista certification or training from a recognized program.
• - Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.