Barista II

Sodexo; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

401k and discounts

Job summary

At Sodexo, Fisk University in Nashville seeks a Barista II to craft handcrafted beverages and assist customers. This part-time role involves friendly service, cash handling, and maintaining clean prep areas. Shifts vary and interview process details will follow.

You'll bring team spirit, reliability, and prior customer service or food-prep experience; Starbucks certification may be required at some locations. Sodexo offers benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service, food preparation, sanitation and inventory control preferred.
• Starbucks Barista certification may be required at some locations.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers, take orders, and prepare hot and cold beverages.
• Operate cash register and record all sales.
• Keep work areas clean and well maintained.
• Attend scheduled shifts reliably.
• Perform other duties as needed by clients.

Skills

Team-oriented

Adaptable

Reliable

Customer service

Food preparation

Sanitation

Inventory control

Education

Starbucks Barista certification

Job description

Location: FISK UNIVERSITY - 73110002

Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Part-time

Pay Range: $17.00 per hour - $21.00 per hour

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do

As a Barista II at Sodexo, you are an artist and fair-trade champion. You will create hand‑crafted, quality beverages and food. Most importantly, you help people smile and make an impact with your everyday actions. You also will operate cash registers and ensure all work areas are kept clean and glistening.

Responsibilities include

• Greet customers, take orders, mix and serve hot and cold beverages such as coffee, espresso, cappuccino, café latte, tea, chai, fruit blend drinks, etc.
• Record all sales, collect cash/credit card/electronic payments and operate a cash register
• Clean coffee machines, restaurant areas, restrooms and preparation areas
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

What You Bring

• Successful candidates will be team‑oriented, adaptable, reliable, and nurturers of a healthy/safe working environment for all.
• Previous related experience in customer service, food preparation, sanitation and inventory control is preferred.
• Starbucks Barista certification my be required at some locations.

What We Offer

• Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life’s important moments.
• Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career
• Full array of benefits that support you and your family’s wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more.
• In addition to Sodexo’s standard, some locations may offer additional site‑specific benefits, including free “shift” meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking.

Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo’s benefit offerings during the interview process.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.