Cafe Barista

Mossyhondalemongrove; Lemon Grove (CA); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth Opportunities

Paid Training

Employee Purchase Incentives

Job summary

Mossy Auto Group is hiring a Barista to prepare and serve coffee, tea, and pastries, while delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced dealership cafe. The position offers a base hourly wage and opportunities for growth within the group.

The ideal candidate should have a passion for coffee, strong communication skills, and flexibility to work weekends. Training is provided and safety standards are followed in all beverage and food preparation tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous barista, café, restaurant, or customer service experience preferred.
• Must have a food handlers license.
• Have a valid CA Driver's License with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso-based drinks, teas, smoothies, and other beverages according to recipes and quality standards.
• Greet customers warmly and provide exceptional service; take orders accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Barista will prepare and serve high-quality coffee, tea, specialty beverages, and pre-packaged food/pastries while providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate is passionate about coffee, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and contributes to creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests.

Employees in this position will be paid a base hourly wage of $18.00/hour

At Mossy Auto Group our employees are our most valuable asset. Our mission statement is to create an environment of high integrity & mutual respect that nurtures openness, creativity, & innovation. Every employee at Mossy is absolutely critical to its success. As a family owned & operated business we consider each employee and extension of the Mossy family. We promise to deliver the same award winning service and value that our community has come to expect from our dealership through the years.

Benefits

• Growth Opportunities
• Paid Training
• Employee Purchase Incentives

Responsibilities

Beverage Preparation

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso-based drinks, teas, smoothies, and other beverages according to company recipes and quality standards.
• Operate espresso machines, coffee grinders, blenders, and other café equipment.
• Ensure consistency in drink quality and presentation.

Customer Service

• Greet customers warmly and provide exceptional service.
• Take customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Answer questions about menu items, ingredients, and promotions.
• Handle customer concerns professionally and courteously.
• Move throughout the cafe and dealership to take orders, prepare drinks, deliver food and beverages, and assist customers.

Cash Handling

• Process cash, credit card, and mobile payments.
• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system accurately.
• Balance cash drawers and maintain transaction records.

Food Preparation

• Serve light food items such as prepackaged pastries, sandwiches, and snacks as required.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Monitor product freshness and rotate inventory appropriately.

Cleaning and Maintenance

• Maintain cleanliness of workstations, dining areas, and equipment.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and café tools.
• Perform opening, closing, and daily cleaning duties.
• Report equipment issues to management.

Inventory Support

• Monitor stock levels of coffee beans, milk, syrups, cups, and supplies.
• Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries.
• Inform supervisors when inventory needs replenishment.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous barista, café, restaurant, or customer service experience preferred.
• Basic math and cash-handling skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have a food handlers license.
• Have a valid CA Driver's License with a good driving record.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of coffee preparation techniques and espresso equipment.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Team-oriented attitude.
• Positive and professional demeanor.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Our company is committed to hiring a diverse and qualified workforce. We will not consider any characteristic or category protected by state or federal law in hiring or employment decisions, including but not limited to race, national origin, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, status as a parent, or genetic information. We are an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. Offers of employment contingent upon successfully passing background screening (incl. criminal background check, review of motor vehicle records, verification of SSN and passing drug test at a certified testing facility).