Front of House Associate

The Wonderful Company; Shafter (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision and dental plans

401k with match

Career advancement opportunities

Mentorship program

Job summary

The Wonderful Company is seeking a Front of House Associate for La Cocina in Shafter, CA. You will craft beverages, assist guests, and support daily cafe operations to ensure a welcoming environment for employees and visitors.

The role requires a GED or high school diploma, 6 months to 1 year of experience in food service or hospitality, and a valid Food Handler Card. Shifts are Monday–Friday, with early hours and rotating duties within 4:30 AM–5:30 PM.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of customer service, barista, or hospitality experience preferred.
• GED or high school diploma required.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.
• Valid Food Handler Card or ServSafe certification, or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of café equipment operation and maintenance.
• Conversational Spanish is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers with a warm, welcoming attitude.
• Take and prepare coffee shop orders accurately.
• Operate registers and communicate daily specials to customers.
• Prepare daily specialty drinks and fresh beverages.
• Assist with prepping fresh fruit and supporting catering events.
• Track inventory and restock FOH supplies.
• Ensure safe, sanitary handling of foods and equipment.
• Deliver food and beverages using company vehicle when needed.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Espresso preparation

Coffee techniques

Spanish (desirable)

Education

GED or high school diploma

Tools

Espresso machines

Café equipment maintenance

Job description

The Wonderful Company is committed to providing high-quality, healthy, and iconicbrands,includingFIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halosand helping improve the lives of the people who live and work in the places where weoperate. Ranked No. 1 on the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list and one of Fortune® magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” in the U.S., The Wonderful Company is continually recognized for its dedication to the well-being of its workforce, their communities, and the planet.

La Cocina Shafter is The Wonderful Company’s café located within the Wonderful Logistics Center, catering to the culinary needs of the company’s employees, neighboring tenants, and patrons from the surrounding community. We are committed to providing delicious food, efficient service, and a welcoming atmosphere to enhance the daily experience.

Are you a people person with a passion for great food, coffee, and hospitality? La Cocina is seeking a friendly, motivated, and organized Front of House Associate to deliver an exceptional guest experience. In this role, you'll prepare and serve high-quality beverages, assist customers, and support daily front-of-house operations to ensure a welcoming and efficient café environment.

Location & Schedule: This position is based in Shafter, CA, with a Monday–Friday schedule. Shifts may vary between opening, mid-day, and closing, within our operating hours of 4:30 AM–5:30 PM, based on business needs and scheduling coverage.

Job Description

• Greets customers with a friendly, enthusiastic, and positive attitude—always with a smile—creating a welcoming environment that encourages repeat visits
• Takes and prepares coffee shop orders accurately and efficiently
• Operates registers and communicates clearly with customers about daily specials, updates, and upcoming events
• Prepares daily specialty drinks, including espresso beverages, in-house coffee syrups, freshly squeezed fruit juices and wellness shots while working in a safe and organized manner
• Assists with prepping fresh fruit for the Grab-and-Go area
• Plays a key role in supporting both onsite and offsite catering events including tracking, prep, delivery, setup, service, and tear down as needed
• Helps Front of House Supervisor track inventory and restock supplies for FOH operations
• Follows proper food handling techniques and physical safety rules
• Ensures all FOH equipment is properly functioning and identifies any repairs or maintenance needs, then reports to FOH Supervisor
• Assists with keeping all service and storage areas clean, sanitized, and well-organized
• Communicates customer feedback to managers and recommends new menu items or improvements
• Supports tasks assigned by the Food Service Manager and/or Front of House Supervisor to successfully operate Wonderful La Cocina Restaurant
• Perform food deliveries and pickups as needed using a company-provided vehicle while adhering to company policies, safe driving practices, and all applicable traffic laws

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of previous work experience in food service, barista, hospitality or a related customer service role preferred
• GED or high school diploma required
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required, as this position involves operating company vehicles
• Valid Food Handler Card or ServSafe certification required, or ability to obtain within the first 60 days of employment
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Food Safety and/or food handler training or certification; awareness of local, state, and federal health and sanitation laws
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation, including coffee techniques
• Understanding of proper use and maintenance of café equipment, including espresso machines, grinders, brewers, refrigeration, and kitchen tools
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a positive attitude
• A strong commitment to exceptional customer service and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and active listening skills to effectively interact with both customers and coworkers
• Problem-solving ability and openness to take direction
• Conversational Spanish is desired but not required

Pay Range: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour.Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including:
  • 24/7 online physician consultations
  • virtual mental health resources
  • life coaching
  • engaging employee community groups
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
  • library of on-demand fitness videos
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
• Building a Healthy Society:To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com .
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving , allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.

The Wonderful Company is a privately held$6 billionglobal company headquartered in Los Angeles, with more than10,000 employeesworldwide. Founded by Lynda and Stewart Resnick, Wonderful produces some of the world’s most recognized healthy food and beverage brands, including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN, Lewis Cellars, and Landmark wines.

The company alsooperatesNeptune Pacific, a shipping and supply chain company serving the Pacific, and Wonderful Real Estate, which develops and manages industrial properties in California’s Central Valley. To date, the Resnicks, along with their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have committed more than$2.5 billionto philanthropy and community investment primarily where its employees live and work. Wonderful is regularly named one of Fortune’s“100 Best Companies to Work For”and ranked No. 1 on PEOPLE magazine’s Companies That Care list.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement.We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.