Cafe Counter Staff — Create Memorable Guest Experiences

Pavement Coffeehouse; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 17,331 - 24,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance after 60s

Paid time off

Free drinks at any of our cafes

Free staff meal policy

Discounts on products

401k with company match

Job summary

Pavement Coffeehouse in Medford is seeking a friendly Counter Staff member who loves coffee, food, and service. You will greet customers, take orders, handle cash, and prepare sandwiches, coffee, and tea with accuracy and care.

This position values reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail. Shifts start early, may end late, and include weekends. Perks include free drinks, a staff meal policy, health benefits after 60 days, and opportunities to grow with our growing cafe.

Qualifications

• Basic math and computer skills.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Reliable and punctual with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers with a timely and friendly greeting as they enter the shop.
• Receive in-store customer orders and take cash or credit payments.
• Operate a cash register, toaster, microwave, and egg steamer.
• Be knowledgeable about Pavement’s menu products to answer questions.
• Prepare sandwiches, coffee, and tea beverages according to recipes and standards.
• Serve food neatly, make eye contact, and thank the customer.
• Maintain clean equipment and work stations throughout the day.
• Open, close, or transition station for upcoming shift.
• Ensure display food is attractively displayed according to standards.
• Adhere to food handling, hygiene, and dress code standards; accommodate dietary restrictions.
• Complete daily food prep tasks as assigned.
• Inform shift lead or manager when quantities are low or out.
• Relay problems to management promptly.
• Maintain consistent time, attendance, and punctuality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Shifts may require arrival as early as 6:30am and may end as late as 9pm.

Skills

Basic math

Cash handling

Time management

Team player

Customer service

Reliability

Food safety awareness

Job description

Pavement Coffeehouse in Medford is seeking a friendly Counter Staff member who loves coffee, food, and service. You will greet customers, take orders, handle cash, and prepare sandwiches, coffee, and tea with accuracy and care.

This position values reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail. Shifts start early, may end late, and include weekends. Perks include free drinks, a staff meal policy, health benefits after 60 days, and opportunities to grow with our growing cafe.