Barista / Bartender

HomeGrown Kitchen; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Restaurant Group is seeking a versatile Barista Bartender to join the HomeGrown team in Des Moines. This dual-role position combines crafting high-quality coffee and espresso beverages with mixing and serving cocktails in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

You will greet guests, take orders, maintain bar and coffee stations, manage stock, follow safety and alcohol service laws, and work flexible early shifts, weekends, and holidays. Experience is preferred but training is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience as Barista or Bartender in a high-volume setting preferred; training provided.
• Proficiency with espresso equipment and basic coffee preparation techniques.
• Knowledge of classic brunch cocktails.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable to work early morning and afternoon shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Barista duties: Prepare and serve coffee and espresso beverages to high quality standards; maintain cleanliness of the coffee station.
• Bartender duties: Prepare and serve cocktails, monitor bar stock, and manage glassware and garnishes.
• General duties: Greet customers, take orders, handle cash and POS transactions, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment.
• Maintain bar and coffee stations, comply with health and safety regulations, and assist with opening/closing procedures.
• Collaborate with team to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Barista/Bartender experience

Customer service

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Tools

Espresso machine

POS system

Job description

Thrive Restaurant Group is a family-owned restaurant company that’s been in business for over 50 years, and we’re looking for the next member of our family. We are committed to making a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the communities in which we live. If you want to work in a fun family atmosphere and are interested in learning business, leadership, and hospitality, this is the place for you.

HomeGrown debuted in 2017 and was created on the belief that if we could help people start their day with kindness, they would carry that kindness forward to others they meet during the day. We don’t do this alone, we partner with many local producers who share their gifts and expertise to create community at every table. Our guiding value is “Cultivating Kindness”.

Invitation: We are seeking a versatile and enthusiastic Barista Bartender to join our team. This dual-role position requires an individual who can expertly craft high-quality coffee and espresso beverages as well as mix and serve alcoholic cocktails. The ideal candidate will be a friendly, detail-oriented, and reliable professional dedicated to providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. You will be a crucial part of creating a welcoming atmosphere for all our guests, whether they are stopping in for their morning latte or brunch with a group.

Barista / Bartender

Barista Duties

• Beverage Preparation: Skillfully prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold coffee and espresso beverages, including lattes, cappuccinos, americanos, and specialty drinks, adhering to established recipes and quality standards.
• Equipment Management: Operate and maintain espresso machine and juicing equipment, ensuring cleanliness and proper functionality.
• Product Knowledge: Maintain knowledge of local partners, fresh juice recipes and available menu items to accurately answer customer questions and make recommendations.

Bartender Duties

• Drink Preparation: Prepare and serve HomeGrown specialty barista drinks and cocktails, following recipes precisely and practicing responsible alcohol service.
• Inventory & Stocking: Prepare fresh juices daily, monitor and replenish bar stock, including liquor, mixers, garnishes, and glassware.
• Cash Handling & POS: Accurately process customer orders and payments using a point-of-sale (POS) system, handle cash, and reconcile the till at the end of a shift.
• Compliance: Adhere strictly to all local and state laws regarding the sale and service of alcohol (e.g., checking IDs, refusing service to intoxicated patrons).

General Duties

• Customer Service: Greet all customers with a warm and friendly demeanor, take accurate orders, and proactively resolve any guest issues to ensure a positive experience.
• Cleanliness & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area, including the bar, coffee station, service areas, following all health and safety regulations.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with all team members, assisting with opening and closing procedures and supporting food service operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (typically 1+ years) as a Barista and/or Bartender in a high-volume setting is strongly preferred. However we will train you.
• Proficiency in operating commercial espresso equipment and basic coffee preparation techniques.
• General knowledge of classic brunch cocktail recipes.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliability to work early morning and afternoon shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements

There are physical demands that come with this role. To be successful in this role you’ll be regularly required to 1) navigate throughout the restaurant and communicate with guests, 2) move and grasp items up to five pounds, 3) occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, 4) bend and stoop. You must have adequate vision to be able to discern cleanliness throughout the restaurant and operate a touchscreen. To perform these essential functions, reasonable accommodations may be made if you have disabilities.

In this role you are paid the tip credit minimum wage, plus tips. This is an average estimate, only, and actual take home pay varies based on availability.

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