Campus Barista & Café Team Member (Work-Study)

The University of New Mexico; Los Lunas, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico Valencia campus is seeking a Barista/Café Team Member to join the LoboCafé. This student employment role offers on-campus work, a friendly team, and hands-on coffee and food service experience.

You will take customer orders, handle cash, make drinks, assist with food prep, and help with catering and campus events while upholding food safety standards. The position is ideal for work-study students seeking flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Food handler’s license required; training provided at no cost.
• Cashier experience preferred.
• Must have Work Study Award.
• Friendly, reliable, and a team player.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Food service experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take customer orders and provide friendly, helpful service
• Handle cash and card transactions
• Make coffee, espresso drinks, and other beverages
• Help prepare food items using café kitchen equipment
• Keep the café clean (dishes, wiping surfaces, sweeping, etc.)
• Follow basic food safety and sanitation practices
• Help with catering orders and campus events
• Assist with setup and cleanup for events

Skills

Cashiering

Customer service

Team player

Communication

Fast-paced

Job description

The University of New Mexico Valencia campus is seeking a Barista/Café Team Member to join the LoboCafé. This student employment role offers on-campus work, a friendly team, and hands-on coffee and food service experience.

You will take customer orders, handle cash, make drinks, assist with food prep, and help with catering and campus events while upholding food safety standards. The position is ideal for work-study students seeking flexible hours.