Brews & Blends Cafe Team Member

City of Blue Springs; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Brews & Blends, located inside the Blue Springs Fieldhouse, is hiring enthusiastic Team Members to welcome guests, take orders, and craft coffee, smoothies, and cafe items. This part‑time role offers friendly teammates, flexible shifts, training, and a chance to gain customer service experience.

Hours currently include morning and afternoon shifts, with weekend availability. The city-operated cafe emphasizes safe service, clean work areas, and a positive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years old or older.
• Jackson County Food Handler certification provided by City.
• CPR & First Aid certification provided if not already obtained.
• Previous food or beverage service experience preferred, but not required — we’ll train you!

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, outgoing, and professional customer service.
• Greet guests, take orders accurately, and prepare coffee, smoothies, and café menu items.
• Operate the register, handle payments, and balance the cash drawer.
• Maintain a clean, organized café area including counters, equipment, and seating areas.
• Follow safe food handling rules and sanitation procedures.
• Restock supplies and communicate inventory needs to supervisor.
• Follow opening and closing procedures consistently.
• Attend training and staff meetings as scheduled.
• Respond calmly and appropriately in emergencies.
• Promote a positive atmosphere and uphold City and facility policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Age 16+

Jackson County Food Handler

CPR & First Aid

Food & beverage experience trainable

Job description

Love the smell of fresh coffee and the sound of milk steaming? Looking for a fun, positive place to work with great people and a chance to learn barista skills? Join our team at Brews & Blends, located inside the Blue Springs Fieldhouse!

We are looking for enthusiastic Team Members who are friendly, dependable, eager to learn, and excited to serve drinks and snacks to our guests. This position offers competitive pay, flexible shifts, and a welcoming work environment. You will gain valuable customer service and food service experience.

This is a part‑time position.

Current Operating Hours (Monday–Friday)
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM

New Operating Afternoon Hours
Monday–Thursday: 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Friday: 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM

New Operating Weekend Hours
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide friendly, outgoing, and professional customer service.
2. Greet guests, take orders accurately, and prepare coffee, smoothies, and café menu items.
3. Operate the register, handle payments, and balance the cash drawer.
4. Maintain a clean, organized café area including counters, equipment, and seating areas.
5. Follow safe food handling rules and sanitation procedures.
6. Restock supplies and communicate inventory needs to supervisor.
7. Follow opening and closing procedures consistently.
8. Attend training and staff meetings as scheduled.
9. Respond calmly and appropriately in emergencies.
10. Promote a positive atmosphere and uphold City and facility policies.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

1. Must be 16 years of age or older.
2. Jackson County Food Handler certification (provided by the City if not already obtained).
3. CPR & First Aid certification (provided if not already obtained).
4. Previous food or beverage service experience preferred, but not required — we’ll train you!

SKILLS, MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Skills

1. Strong communication and customer service skills.
2. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
3. Ability to work well as part of a team.

Mental Requirements

1. Good judgment and decision-making.
2. Ability to remain calm, friendly, and professional under pressure.
3. Ability to follow instructions and maintain safety standards.

Physical Requirements

1. Ability to stand for extended periods.
2. Frequent walking and use of hands for operating café equipment.
3. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. These conditions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The City of Blue Springs is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the City's facilities. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.