Barista - Craft Coffee, Fast-Paced Service, Flexible Hours

Safeway; Cottage Grove (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Employee discounts

Training and development

Health and welfare benefits

Vacation / Paid Time Off

Job summary

Safeway in Cottage Grove, OR is seeking a Barista to craft coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and other beverages while ensuring a positive customer experience. You’ll follow established recipes, maintain quality, and keep our store coffee area clean and organized.

You will greet customers, take orders, and work with a team to handle busy periods. Availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays is preferred; 16+ years old with prior customer service is a plus.

Qualifications

• Friendly, timely and helpful service while handling customer requests.
• Familiarity with preparing coffee, espresso drinks, teas and related products.
• Ability to follow recipes and procedures to maintain quality.
• Prior experience in fast-paced cafe or food service is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beverages according to established recipes and procedures.
• Greet customers, take orders, and handle payments while delivering a positive experience.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and restock supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with team to manage busy periods and keep workflow smooth.

Skills

Customer service

Beverage prep

Attention to detail

Time management

Food safety

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Espresso machine operation

Physical stamina

Tools

Espresso machines

Coffee grinders

Job description

Safeway in Cottage Grove, OR is seeking a Barista to craft coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and other beverages while ensuring a positive customer experience. You’ll follow established recipes, maintain quality, and keep our store coffee area clean and organized.

You will greet customers, take orders, and work with a team to handle busy periods. Availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays is preferred; 16+ years old with prior customer service is a plus.