Barista - Craft Coffee & Guest Experience

Park Avenue Coffee; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Avenue Coffee in St. Louis seeks a barista to be the face of our brand, crafting high-quality beverages and delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining cleanliness and equipment in our cafés.

You will learn about our air-roasting process, communicate our history, and stay updated on seasonal drinks and menu changes. Flexibility for full-time or part-time shifts is expected, with strong punctuality and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for coffee and tea.
• Ability to learn quickly and work as a team member as well as independently.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Competency in understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions.
• Commitment to regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Strong cash handling skills.
• Experience in the specialty coffee industry strongly preferred.
• Experience in a retail, hospitality and/or customer service role required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an outstanding customer experience by regularly engaging with customers to develop a personal connection (remembering drink orders, pet’s/kid’s names, occupation, etc.).
• Memorize and consistently craft all beverage recipes.
• Educate customers on Park Avenue’s sustainable air-roasting process and current and upcoming coffee offerings.
• Be knowledgeable in company history and information, and comfortable communicating that knowledge to customers.
• Keep up with menu changes including seasonal drinks and food items.
• Maintain a sense of urgency and strive for efficiency to keep all processes moving smoothly.
• Open, close, and maintain the café and complete operational tasks as directed by leadership.

Skills

Coffee & tea passion

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Punctuality

Cash handling

Retail experience

Job description

Park Avenue Coffee in St. Louis seeks a barista to be the face of our brand, crafting high-quality beverages and delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining cleanliness and equipment in our cafés.

You will learn about our air-roasting process, communicate our history, and stay updated on seasonal drinks and menu changes. Flexibility for full-time or part-time shifts is expected, with strong punctuality and team collaboration.