BARISTA (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Canteen North America; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch

Training provided

Job summary

Canteen at Howard Community College in Columbia, MD is hiring for full-time and part-time barista positions. This role serves coffee and related items, handles POS transactions, and maintains a clean, welcoming service area.

Previous barista experience is preferred; training is provided. Join a team focused on great guest experience and reliable service, with lunch perks and a friendly workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Experience as a barista is preferred.
• Ability to operate a POS and handle cash.
• Guest service oriented with a friendly attitude.
• Must be able to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepares espresso drinks and related food items following recipes.
• Enters orders into POS; handles cash/credit payments.
• Maintains cleanliness and stocking of service area.
• Ensures proper food safety and HACCP standards.
• Greets customers and assists with menu details.
• Provides quick and courteous service to customers.

Skills

Barista experience

Customer service

Job description

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time BARISTA positions.

Location: Howard Community College - 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time and part time schedules. Monday through Thursday; hours may vary. Further details upon interview.

Requirement: Previous barista experience preferred.

Perks: Free lunch and willing to train!

Pay Range: $17.50 per hour to $22.00 per hour.

Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

About Canteen

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.

Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

Makes and serves coffee/espresso drinks and related food and beverage items. Handles food according to HACCP guidelines and standards for quality food-service operations. Interacts with customers and other employees in a friendly, courteous manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares espresso orders for customers and catering using standard measures and recipes.
• Enters orders accurately into POS device; accepts cash and charge payments.
• Replenishes condiments, beverages and general supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service area.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils.
• Ensures proper food preparation by using approved recipes and following prescribed production standards.
• Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service.
• Cleans equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments.
• Greets customers courteously and interacts in a manner to ensure customer satisfaction. Relays relevant concerns from customers to supervisors.
• Serves customers quickly and efficiently, and prevents delays in serving lines.
• Demonstrates a complete understanding of daily menu items and accurately explains them to customers.
• Serves as an advocate of selling techniques to the customer by establishing good communication and assisting in the buying decision-making process.
• Ensures all display foods are merchandised attractively per standards. Serves food neatly and attractively per standard.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates At Canteen Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Legal Services
• Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf

About Compass Group

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.