Barista Lead: Lead, Train & Craft Exceptional Coffee

Aramark; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Barista Lead to craft a memorable customer experience by providing timely service, quality beverages, and maintaining a clean location. You will train Baristas, manage the coffee bar, operate the POS, follow recipes, and ensure food safety. This role requires leadership, cash handling, and the ability to work independently.

If you read English, follow standards, and can balance cash, you will thrive in a fast-paced cafe environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a successful barista.
• Cash handling experience.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Experience in a supervisory or related role preferred.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Must follow required dress code.
• Able to read and communicate in English and follow recipes.
• Complete Food Handling Certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and anticipate their needs.
• Prepare and serve coffees, teas, beverages per brand standards.
• Prepares and serve food items in line with location standards.
• Train and guide staff in coffee and food preparation, customer service, cash handling, and procedures.
• May schedule and delegate work assignments to team and coordinate tasks.
• Accurately operate a register/POS and handle cash and card transactions.
• Count, balance cash drawer and deposits.
• Adhere to cash handling policies and procedures.
• Set up and breakdown coffee bar and stations; clean and sanitize.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area.
• Stock beverage coolers, grab-and-go items, service ware and condiments.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for all products.

Skills

Cash handling

Basic math

English communication

Independent work

Supervisory

Follow recipes

Reading recipes

Customer service

Education

Food Handling Certification

Tools

POS system

Job description

Aramark in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Barista Lead to craft a memorable customer experience by providing timely service, quality beverages, and maintaining a clean location. You will train Baristas, manage the coffee bar, operate the POS, follow recipes, and ensure food safety. This role requires leadership, cash handling, and the ability to work independently.

If you read English, follow standards, and can balance cash, you will thrive in a fast-paced cafe environment.