Barista - CNS

Young World Physical Education; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district is looking for a Barista to provide excellent customer service and prepare quality beverages. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, some experience in a customer service role, and a willingness to learn. Responsibilities include taking orders, making coffee and other drinks, and maintaining a clean work environment. This full-time position requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 pounds. The role offers an engaging work environment within the school's child nutrition services department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One to two years of experience in a customer service environment.
• Ability to operate coffee kiosk equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages like coffee and tea.
• Maintain cleanliness of the coffee kiosk and equipment.
• Record sales and operate the cash register.

Skills

Customer service experience

Ability to follow instructions

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Food handling skills

Education

High school diploma/GED certificate

Valid Texas driver’s license

Tools

Coffee machine

Espresso machine

Blenders

Job description

Barista - CNS

Waco ISD - Waco, Texas

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 12

Job Details

Job ID: 5272743

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 16, 2025 2:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Job Title: Barista - CNS

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt/At-Will

Reports To: Director of Child Nutrition Services

Pay Grade/Days: 303/180

Dept./School: Child Nutrition Services

Date Revised: June 2025

Primary Purpose

The Barista provides exceptional customer service while making hand‑crafted, quality beverages. The position will take orders and make coffee, tea and other drinks following standardized recipes and customer specifications. The individual will also operate cash registers and credit card machines. The Barista fields customer complaints or questions while working to maintain good customer relations and speedy delivery of all beverages. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, however supervisor may identify other responsibilities of the position.

Education / Certification

High school diploma/GED certificate preferred

Valid Texas driver’s license or state issued ID card

Possess or can possess a food handler’s card within 30 days

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and the ability to communicate effectively
• One to two years’ experience in customer service environment preferred
• Previous work experience as a Barista or server in coffee shop or cafeteria
• Willingness to learn new innovative coffee techniques and new equipment
• Excellent communication skills
• Must have knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, standards and inventory control
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude
• Basic food handling skills
• Ability to use a computer
• Ability to assist customers with preferences
• Extreme attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to meet established guidelines
• Understand basic math skills

Experience

One to two years working in coffee shop or food service establishment responsible for preparing and serving beverages such as drip coffee, espresso‑based drinks, tea and other specialty drinks. Previous experience as a Barista preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Greets customers/students, take orders, mixes and serves hot and cold beverages such as coffee, espresso, cappuccino, café latte, tea, chai, fruit blend drinks, etc. while following approved recipes.
• Ability to operate all coffee kiosk equipment
• Works to maintain good customer relations and speedy delivery of all beverages and food items.
• Arrange coffee kiosk supplies to make attractive displays.
• Maintain coffee kiosk in a neat and sanitary manner
• Cleans coffee machines, blenders, bean grinders, kiosk areas and food preparation areas.
• Records all sales, collects money, operates a cash register and follows all departmental cash handling procedures as required.
• Complies with CNS HACCP policies and procedures
• May sell food items
• Attends training programs as designated.
• Assist Kitchen Manager with weekly inventories.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Coffee Machine, Espresso Machine, Bean Grinders, Blenders, Cooking Equipment

Working Conditions

Tobacco Free

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

Maintain emotional control under stress. People intensive, typical school environment. Frequent interruptions. Continuous standing, stooping, walking, climbing ladders, bending, pushing and pulling, grasping, squeezing, twisting, reaching (including overhead), must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Working indoors in extreme temperatures including hot and cold temperature swings, works with chemicals, exposure to dust, and on slippery or uneven walking surfaces.

Job Requirements

Position Type: Full‑time

Contact Information

• Elesa Maimbourg, Human Resources Coordinator
• P.O. Box 27
• Waco, Texas 76703
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]