Coffee Shop Barista

crestline-external; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Crestline-External, located in Atlanta, seeks a Coffee Shop Barista to prepare fresh beverages, greet guests, and ensure 100% satisfaction. You will follow safety protocols, manage inventory, and keep the service area clean.

In a fast-paced setting, you will handle POS transactions, restock supplies, and assist with opening/closing duties while delivering excellent guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Customer service mindset and ability to engage guests
• Ability to follow safety protocols and hygiene standards
• Flexibility to handle last-minute changes and busy periods

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized service to guests and greet them warmly.
• Prepare coffee, tea, and fresh beverages following standard recipes.
• Operate POS system to order and ring up items accurately.
• Set up, stock, and maintain the coffee shop service area; ensure cleanliness.
• Monitor quality and presentation of beverages and food items.
• Assist with opening/closing duties and daily inventory.

Job description

The Coffee Shop Barista is responsible for preparing and serving coffee, teas, and other beverages, greeting each guest, and ensuring that guests are 100% satisfied.

Potential Career Paths:

F&B Supervisor – F&B Manager – Director of Food and Beverage-Director of Operations – General Manager - VP of Food & Beverage

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Providing personalized service to all guests.
• Understands and abides by all safety protocols.
• Willingly embrace last-minute changes in direction and unexpected changes in operational plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains positive guest relations at all times.
• Prepare food and beverages such as fresh fruit, coffee, and juices.
• Ability to utilize equipment used for drink and food making as necessary.
• Maintains knowledge of standard recipes (latte, cappuccino, macchiato, specialty drinks).
• Utilizing POS according to standards as necessary.
• Set out and arrange cold food such as rolls, muffins, and cereal for purchase.
• Set up and maintain the coffee shop service area and keep it clean and well presented.
• Maintains safety and sanitation requirements and storage procedures.
• Complete daily inventory of food, beverages, and supplies needed for each day.
• Order and/or purchase all necessary supplies.
• Ensure that all equipment is in working order and clean; rectify any deficiencies and report maintenance problems to the manager.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of all food and beverages and cleanliness of service lines.
• Restock food products and supplies as needed.
• Clear and clean tables as they are vacated throughout the shift.
• Remove trash and clean up spills immediately.
• Return unused food supplies to designated areas and store.
• Complete opening and closing side duties as assigned.
• Listen and respond to guests’ requests and complaints.
• Provide guests with information about local area, including giving directions.
• Report any equipment damages, safety hazards, maintenance problems and personnel problems to the Manager.

Requirements:

• Education/Experience: Any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Certificates & Licenses: Food Handlers Certification (If applicable).