Cafe Barista

The University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 25,485 - 26,312; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont is seeking a café associate to support Henderson’s Café in the UVM Bookstore. You will handle opening/closing duties, prepare coffee and specialty drinks, operate the cash register, and ensure inviting displays for customers and visitors.

Strong customer service skills are essential. The role requires weekend/evening availability and a commitment to inclusive service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Understanding of basic retail practices and computer operations.
• Commitment to diversity, social justice and training, fostering a collaborative multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the smooth daily operation of Henderson’s Café, located within the UVM Bookstore.
• Perform opening or closing duties on a set schedule, routinely prepare coffee and specialty drinks.
• Operate a cash register, maintain Café systems and displays, supervise student employees.
• Provide excellent customer service to customers and visitors.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Coffee preparation

Point of sale

Team supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

POS system

Job description

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Assist in the smooth daily operation of Henderson’s Café, located within the UVM Bookstore. Perform opening or closing duties on a set schedule, routinely prepare coffee and specialty drinks, operate a cash register, maintain Café systems and displays, supervise student employees, and provide excellent customer service to customers and visitors.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

High School diploma required. An understanding of basic retail practices and knowledge of computer operations required. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, social justice and training, fostering a collaborative multicultural environment.

Desirable Qualifications

Familiarity with retail sales and operations desired. Experience in a fast-paced restaurant or café experience very desirable.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range 18.50-19.10

Other Information

Must be able to work some weekends, evenings, and occasional university holidays with occasional overtime.

Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UE ($18.50 minimum hourly rate)

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/25/2025

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Posting Number

Posting Number S5836PO

Department

Department UVM Bookstore/11585

Position Number

Position Number 00021059

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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