Barista

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Paid training

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a barista to prepare tea drinks, greet customers, take orders, and support a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities include accurate drink preparation, inventory support, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards, with weekend shifts required and opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of tea drinks following recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure correct ingredients and proportions for each drink.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the barista station.
• Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers, taking orders, and making recommendations.
• Assist in inventory management and ensure ingredients and supplies are stocked.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and maintain a safe environment for customers and staff.
• Handle cash and process transactions accurately.
• Assist in training new team members on drink prep and procedures.
• Stay updated on new menu items and promotions to enhance customer experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the store manager or supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Customer service

Flexible hours

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve a variety of tea drinks, including those made with fruits, milk, tea, tapioca pearls, and other creative toppings, following established recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure the correct ingredients and proportions are used for each drink, including tea, milk, fresh fruits, tapioca pearls, and other toppings.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the barista station, including prepping ingredients (e.g., cutting fruits) and cleaning equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers, taking orders, and offering recommendations.
• Assist in inventory management, ensuring all ingredients (including fruits) and supplies are stocked and stored properly.
• Adhere to company health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe and clean environment for customers and staff.
• Handle cash and process transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Assist in training new team members on drink preparation and operational procedures.
• Stay updated on new menu items, seasonal specials, and promotions to enhance the customer experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the store manager or supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in retail, food service, or hospitality management.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Physical & Essential Job Requirements (for Barista)

As a barista, you are expected to perform a range of essential job functions in a fast-paced, customer-facing retail environment. You must be able to perform the following duties, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours per shift)
• Lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds, including ingredients, containers, and supplies
• Reach, bend, twist, and perform repetitive hand and wrist movements for drink preparation
• Move throughout the store to interact with team members, operate equipment, and serve customers
• Work in a loud, high-energy environment with fluctuating temperatures
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and equipment cleaning procedures
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members in a clear and professional manner
• Must can work weekend shifts

You must be able to meet these physical and functional requirements as part of your essential duties in this role.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training