Barista Shift Lead

ARSICAULT BAKERY, INC.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Arsicault Bakery, INC. in San Francisco is seeking a part-time Shift Lead to join our fast-paced bakery team. You will oversee preorder packing, manage breaks, assist with inventory, and guide staff in the GM's absence while ensuring customer satisfaction and smooth daily operations.

You will also handle cash, train team members, and maintain product knowledge across all items, with responsibilities extending to opening/closing procedures and Barista duties as needed.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of service in hospitality, restaurants or related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee packing and preparation of preorders for the day and ensure accurate fulfillment and timely dispatch.
• Manage employee breaks and ensure designated rest periods for line staff.
• Assist the General Manager with inventory management and maintain organized stock levels.
• Provide training and guidance to line-level employees and lead in the GM's absence.
• Handle cash transactions, split tips, and count cash at end of shift.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of products, ingredients, and preparation processes.
• Address customer complaints in the absence of the GM.
• Assign tasks to staff to maintain engagement and productivity, including deep cleaning during slow times.
• Assist with bakery equipment maintenance and notify management of issues.
• Enforce opening and closing procedures for efficient operations.
• Shift leads are expected to perform Barista duties regularly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Since opening in 2015, Arsicault Bakery has become a San Francisco favorite, earning praise from Bon Appétit, KQED, CNBC, TripAdvisor, NBC Bay Area, SFGate, and more for our award-winning croissants. We're excited to welcome a part-time team member who’s ready to contribute to our lively, fast-paced bakery environment.

Shift Lead - Arsicault Bakery

Location

We currently operate three locations across San Francisco and continue to grow. Please note that while we have multiple sites, not all may have openings at this time; final placement will be determined based on business needs.

Current Locations

• Mission Rock: 1070 Bridgeview Way
• McAllister: 87 McAllister St
• Arguello: 397 Arguello Blvd

Responsibilities

• Oversee the packing and preparation of preorders for the day, ensuring all orders are accurately fulfilled and payments are tracked. Make sure all pre-orders are completed and dispatched on time.
• Manage employee breaks, ensuring line-level staff receive designated rest periods.
• Assist the General Manager in maintaining inventory, ensuring stock levels are adequate, and the inventory area remains organized and well-stocked throughout the week.
• Provide training and guidance to line-level employees, ensuring they are well-equipped to perform their duties. You are in charge, in the absence of the General Manager.
• Handle cash and money transactions responsibly, including splitting tips and counting the cash register at the end of the shift.
• Have a comprehensive understanding of our product, including the ingredients and the entire process involved in creating each item.
• Address and resolve customer complaints and grievances in the absence of the General Manager.
• Assign tasks to employees on the floor, ensuring they remain engaged and productive throughout the shift. During slower times or with high staffing levels, assign tasks like deep cleaning, napkin rollups, box or bag preparation to maintain workflow.
• Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of bakery equipment, including coffee machines, grinders, and cleaning tools. Notify management of any equipment issues and ensure daily maintenance procedures are followed.
• Adhere to and enforce proper opening and closing procedures, ensuring the bakery operates efficiently and securely at all times.
• Shift leads are also expected to have mastered and regularly perform the Barista job duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of service working in hospitality, restaurants, or a related field with a focus on customer service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Please Note

The information contained in the job description above is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

We can't wait to meet you!