BARISTA - TOAST Temecula

Leigh Enterprises; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-energy team environment

Employee discounts on delicious food

Retirement Savings Program

APEX Health Preventative Plan

Job summary

TOAST Temecula is hiring a Barista who brings passion for guest experience in a fast-paced, high-energy setting. You will craft coffee beverages, assist with opening/closing duties, and may prepare cocktails while maintaining top quality customer service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a positive attitude, with shifts that include weekends and holidays; compensation features a base wage plus tips, with earning potential reflecting volume and performance.

Qualifications

• Age 21+ is required.
• Must obtain Responsible Beverage Service certificate.
• At least 1 year of barista or restaurant experience.
• Friendly, people-oriented demeanor.
• Fluent English with excellent verbal communication.
• Ability to move quickly in a fast-paced setting.
• Team player who can also work independently.
• Capable of performing well under pressure.
• Positive, upbeat attitude at all times.
• Willingness to work day shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Reliable and punctual with a neat appearance.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Interact with guests at the counter and manage orders.
• Prepare coffee beverages and take-out orders for guests.
• Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails as needed.
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations.
• Restock bar inventory and supplies; prep batches and garnishes.
• Clean and sanitize glassware and utensils.
• Assist with opening/closing duties and housekeeping tasks.
• Ensure taps and appliances function correctly and manage kegs.
• Maintain a clean bar area throughout shifts.
• Develop and present cocktail and coffee ideas; learn menu items.

Skills

Must be at least 21 years old

Responsible Beverage Service

1 year Barista experience

Friendly people-person

Fluent English; verbal communication

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork and independent tasks

Works well under pressure

Positive upbeat attitude

Weekend/holiday availability

Reliability and punctuality

Professional appearance

Stamina to stand long hours

Job description

TOAST Temecula is seeking is seeking a Barista who is passionate and excited about providing an exceptional guest experience!

We pride ourselves on taking a fun and adventurous approach in the breakfast world by creating made-from-scratch dishes and offering local coffees & teas, craft beer and unique cocktails. We wanted to create a fun atmosphere that people can gather and enjoy themselves, sip on a coffee or cocktail and enjoy some good brunch all week long!

The Barista also gets to serve up some awesome cocktails so get ready to apply your bartending skills or learn how!

Our ideal candidates will have a passion for guest experience while maintaining the highest level of standard! As a part of the TOAST team, you get to embody our Team Motto...

RESPECT, TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, AND QUALITY!

Excited to hear what it takes? Strive on High Energy and Busy Environment?

BARISTA RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interacting with guests at counter; placing/cashing out/handing out take-out orders
• Prepare alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages for restaurant guests and take-out orders
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations
• Prepare coffee beverages for restaurant guests and take-out orders
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies, recipe batches, milk, syrups, garnishes etc.
• Clean/Sanitize/Polish glassware and utensils
• Assist with closing/opening duties; restocking/prepping, sweeping, mopping
• Check taps and appliances to ensure functionality and changing kegs
• Keep bar area clean throughout the shift by wiping down surfaces, sweeping/mopping, scrubbing coolers and storage areas and emptying trash receptacles
• Plan and present cocktail and coffee ideas
• Learn about the menu and memorize drink recipes

• Safety: always have a second person assisting when lifting or moving heavy items in/out of the walk in

BARISTA REQUIREMENTS

• MUST BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OF AGE TO APPLY
• Must be able to obtain Responsible Beverage Service Certificate
• Must have at least 1 year Barista and/or Restaurant Experience
• Friendly “people-person”
• Must speak fluent English; Excellent verbal communication
• Able to move and clean quickly in a fast-paced environment
  
• Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
• Works well and efficiently under pressure
• Always keeping a positive and upbeat attitude
• Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
• Flexibility and able to work day shifts including weekends and holidays
• Reliability and Punctuality is a must
• Takes pride in professional appearance
• Physical ability and stamina to stand for long hours

Activities include, but are not limited to, walking, or standing for 6 to 8 hours at a time, reaching, stooping, lifting or carrying 25 or more pounds, carrying, talking, sitting, able to wipe down bar, tabletops, chairs, and booths; able to pick up debris from floor; able to push vacuum or mop.

PAY

• Earn a base wage of $16.90/hour + tips, with the opportunity to average around $29.00/hour depending on your shift, volume, and performance.

• We’re a high-energy, fast-paced restaurant with a steady flow of guests—so if you bring great service and hustle, the earning potential is strong every shift.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• Be a part of a high energy and engaging team!
• Delicious Food Employee discounts
• Retirement Savings Program
• APEX Health Preventative Plan