Barista | Fast-Paced Café Expert — Weekly Pay & Benefits

American Food & Vending; Dudley (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

401K with match

Employee meal during shift

Referral bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

Uniforms provided

Learning and advancement opportunities

Job summary

American Dining Creations, a division of American Food & Vending, is seeking a Barista to provide exceptional service through hot and cold beverages, educate guests on our drinks menu, and upsell items to enhance the guest experience. The role supports a fast-paced cafe environment with POS and cash handling responsibilities.

The position offers weekly pay, benefits, and opportunities for learning and advancement, with a focus on teamwork and guest satisfaction in a national dining program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior cashier and POS experience preferred.
• Experience with coffee bar and brewing equipment desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple orders in a fast-paced environment.
• Barista or server experience preferred.
• Basic math and effective reading/writing/communication skills.
• Physical ability to lift 30 lbs and stand for shifts.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipe standards to prepare and serve coffee and tea drinks; customize specialty drinks as requested.
• Serve food and baked goods; may include sandwiches, muffins, or bagels.
• Adhere to all state and local food production, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Operate POS to complete orders, accept cash and charge payments.
• Keep supplies replenished, restock coolers, and take inventory as directed.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, dishes, designated work, and service areas.
• Remain focused on customer satisfaction through providing excellent service to all guests, clients, and team members.
• Listen well and communicate in a professional and friendly manner.
• Be efficient and organized.
• May be assigned other duties and responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Cashier experience

POS experience

Communication skills

Multitasking

Reading/writing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Brewing equipment

Job description

American Dining Creations, a division of American Food & Vending, is seeking a Barista to provide exceptional service through hot and cold beverages, educate guests on our drinks menu, and upsell items to enhance the guest experience. The role supports a fast-paced cafe environment with POS and cash handling responsibilities.

The position offers weekly pay, benefits, and opportunities for learning and advancement, with a focus on teamwork and guest satisfaction in a national dining program.