Barista

Toastique Water Street; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Tampa, Florida is looking for an enthusiastic Guest Service role to embody professionalism and positive energy. Responsibilities include welcoming guests, preparing high-quality food and beverages, handling cash transactions, and maintaining cleanliness. The ideal candidate should adhere to food safety standards and support teamwork in daily operations. Join us to create a friendly and hospitality-driven atmosphere for our guests.

Qualifications

• Professionalism and positive energy when engaging with guests.
• Familiarity with food safety compliance and guest service.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and engage guests professionally.
• Prepare espresso beverages and food items accurately.
• Operate POS system and handle cash responsibly.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow sanitation requirements.
• Collaborate with team members on operational tasks.

Job description

The ideal candidate represents the Toastique brand through professionalism, positive energy, food safety compliance, and guest-focused service.

Guest Service

• Welcome and engage guests in a friendly and professional manner
• Provide menu guidance and answer customer questions regarding ingredients and offerings
• Maintain a positive and hospitality-driven atmosphere
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and elevate issues when necessary

Food & Beverage Preparation

• Prepare espresso beverages, coffee, teas, smoothies, juices, bowls, and toasts according to Toastique standards
• Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation of all menu items
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and food safety guidelines
• Restock ingredients and monitor freshness of products

Cash Handling & POS Operations

• Operate POS system accurately
• Process cash, credit card, and digital payments
• Maintain accurate cash drawer procedures
• Follow company policies regarding discounts, voids, and refunds

Cleanliness & Sanitation

• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas, counters, prep stations, and equipment
• Follow all health department, sanitation, and food safety requirements
• Complete cleaning checklists and side-work duties
• Properly label, store, and rotate products

Teamwork & Operations

• Work collaboratively with all team members and leadership
• Assist with opening and closing procedures
• Support inventory, stocking, and daily operational tasks
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality