Barista

Quest Food Management Services, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Work-life balance

Free meals

Paid holidays

Referral bonus

Pre-tax benefits

401k with matching

Employee assistance

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services, Inc. is seeking a Barista I in St. Louis, MO to craft high-quality coffee beverages and food items while delivering outstanding service.

You will operate the POS, manage inventory, and create a welcoming guest experience in a fast-paced setting. This role emphasizes accuracy, friendliness, and teamwork in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Previous barista experience preferred.
• Cash handling and POS experience required.
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee drinks, espresso beverages, teas, and other beverages.
• Prepare and serve food items.
• Greet customers and provide friendly, prompt service.
• Explain menu items and answer customer questions.
• Take orders and process transactions through the POS system.
• Handle cash and provide correct change.
• Maintain supplies and inventory.
• Follow recipes and portion measurements.
• Keep the coffee bar, equipment, and dining areas clean and sanitized.
• Restock stations and assist with opening and closing duties.
• Follow food safety, health, and sanitation guidelines.
• Build positive relationships with guests and anticipate customer needs.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Cash handling

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced环境

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Organization and multitasking

Knowledge of coffee preparation

Job description

About Company

For over 40 years, Quest Food Management Services has been a leading food service provider serving K-12 schools, higher education institutions, corporate dining programs, and event venues. Quest is consistently ranked among the top food service management companies in the United States for its commitment to fresh, scratch made menus, local sourcing, and intensely personal service. At the heart of our success is our “Quest Ready” culture, built on integrity, responsiveness, accountability, respect, and excellence.

Being Quest Ready means serving with purpose and care, creating experiences that are nourishing, welcoming, and reliable. This mindset empowers our teams to build lasting relationships and continually raise the standard for great hospitality in every community we serve.

Position Summary

Responsible for preparing and serving high-quality coffee beverages and food items while providing outstanding customer service. Maintains cleanliness, follows food safety standards, operates the POS system, manages inventory, and creates a welcoming experience for guests.

Barista Job Duties

• Prepare and serve coffee drinks, espresso beverages, teas, and other beverages.
• Prepare and serve food items.
• Greet customers and provide friendly, prompt service.
• Explain menu items and answer customer questions.
• Take orders and process transactions through the POS system.
• Handle cash and provide correct change.
• Maintain supplies and inventory.
• Follow recipes and portion measurements.
• Keep the coffee bar, equipment, and dining areas clean and sanitized.
• Restock stations and assist with opening and closing duties.
• Follow food safety, health, and sanitation guidelines.
• Build positive relationships with guests and anticipate customer needs.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Skills

• Excellent customer service
• Cash handling experience
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills
• Teamwork
• Organization and multitasking
• Knowledge of coffee preparation and beverage equipment (preferred)

Barista I Benefits

As a Part or Full-Time Hourly Quest Team Member, you can expect:

• Career growth with potential for future promotional pathways
• Work-life balance, no nights, no weekends, no holidays and summers off!
• Free meals daily
• Company Paid Holidays
• 2 Raises per School Year (based off performance reviews)
• $1,000.00 to $500.00 Employee Referral Bonus (no limit to number of employee referrals)
• Pay Out Unused Sick Time (at the end of every school year)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit
• 401k with Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wisely Pay Card - Get paid up to 2 days ahead of time
• Discount on Event Spaces and Catering
• Full Time Only Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Benefits

Required

Please note that the Hepatitis A vaccine must be completed within the first 30 days of hire.