Barista - East Lyme, CT

Sturbridge Coffee House; East Lyme (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal with 8-hour shift

Flexible scheduling with two days off in a row

Job summary

Sturbridge Coffee House is seeking a Barista to be the face of our brand in East Lyme, Connecticut. You will craft high-quality beverages and ensure exceptional customer service alongside maintaining cleanliness.

Ideal candidates should have prior experience in a barista role or quick service restaurant, and be flexible to work weekends. We offer a positive work culture and flexible scheduling with benefits like free meals during long shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a barista or in a quick service restaurant.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee drinks, teas, and food items.
• Maintain cleanliness and compliance with health regulations.
• Restock food and beverage items as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Food knowledge

Ability to work in a team

Flexibility

Job description

Role Overview

As a Barista, you’ll be the face of our brand. You will be responsible for crafting high-quality beverages, while working in a fast-paced environment, where cleanliness, food safety, efficiency, and exceptional customer service are top priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Food & Beverage Assembly: Prepare and serve a variety of coffee drinks, teas, and food items following Sturbridge Coffee House standards.
• Food Knowledge: Be knowledgeable about menu and ingredients. Be aware of food allergens.
• Customer Service: Provide excellent customer satisfaction, service accuracy & speed, and product quality.
• Cleanliness: Maintain a spotless workspace, including dining areas, service area, and the kitchen.
• Stocking: Restock food and beverage items as needed. Put deliveries and supplies in proper areas.
• Compliance: Follow all local and state health department regulations and safety protocols.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a barista or quick service restaurant preferred.
• Be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Works well in a team environment.

Benefits

• Environment: We provide a workplace free from discrimination and harassment in accordance with the Massachusetts Fair Employment Practices Act. We also provide a positive, supporting, drama free culture.
• Scheduling: Flexible with two days off in a row.
• Company specific: Free meal with 8-hour shift.

About Our Company

Sturbridge Coffee House has grown from a small café over the last 19 years, into a bustling coffee house, with multiple Mini Sturbridge Coffee House locations. We serve hundreds of people in the heart of Sturbridge, MA and beyond. We wouldn’t be the great coffee house we are today, nor be opening additional locations, without the dedication of every employee and customer over the years.