Part-Time Café Barista: Craft Coffee & Guest Experience

The Edgewater Hotel; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Edgewater Hotel in Madison, WI is seeking a Market Cashier (Part Time Manual Labor) to join our café team. The role focuses on preparing and serving coffee and espresso drinks, accurately taking and fulfilling guest orders, and maintaining a clean, organized cafe space to deliver a high-quality guest experience.

You will work with a friendly team, learn new drink recipes, operate the POS system, restock items, and assist with light food prep as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience making and serving coffee beverages is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Excellent customer service skills with a team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to learn new drink recipes and beverage preparation techniques.
• Positive, self-driven attitude with a focus on guest satisfaction.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and transport items up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Organizational skills to maintain a clean, orderly, and stocked work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve coffee, espresso, and other café beverages according to established recipes and standards.
• Accurately take and fulfill guest orders while allowing customization as requested.
• Maintain the café area, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and proper stock levels at all times.
• Assist with light food preparation and plating as required.
• Restock beverage and food items throughout the shift to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Operate point-of-sale systems accurately and efficiently.
• Interact with guests in a professional, friendly, and welcoming manner.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure smooth operations.
• Support other restaurant and hotel staff as needed to enhance guest experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Teamwork

Drink recipes

Physical stamina

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

The Edgewater Hotel in Madison, WI is seeking a Market Cashier (Part Time Manual Labor) to join our café team. The role focuses on preparing and serving coffee and espresso drinks, accurately taking and fulfilling guest orders, and maintaining a clean, organized cafe space to deliver a high-quality guest experience.

You will work with a friendly team, learn new drink recipes, operate the POS system, restock items, and assist with light food prep as needed.