Student, Barista, Common Grounds (Work Study)

Flathead Valley Community College; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Flathead Valley Community College Kalispell campus hosts a part-time Student - Work Study position at Common Grounds. The role supports the campus coffee shop and supervisor, with duties including greeting customers, making beverages, cashiering, and keeping the station clean.

Schedule runs Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., up to 19 hours weekly. Start Fall Semester 2026; employment aligns with the academic calendar 2026/2027. Must be FVCC student and Work Study eligible.

Qualifications

• Current FVCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits per semester.
• Work Study eligible as determined by Financial Aid.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team.
• Ability to follow directions and provide quality customer service.
• Cooperative spirit with peers, supervisors, students and the public.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and offer assistance at Common Grounds.
• Take and prepare beverage orders and perform cashier duties.
• Clean espresso machine and restock supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness of the coffee station and surrounding areas.
• May perform additional related duties.

Skills

Customer service

Cashier experience

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

FVCC student status (6+ credits)

Job description

Student, Barista, Common Grounds (Work Study)

KALISPELL, MT 59901

Overview

Salary Range

$14.00 - $15.00 Hourly

Position Type

Part Time

High School

Category

Student - Work Study

Job Description

Department and Location:

Common Grounds; Broussard Family Library and Learning Commons, BL 201, FVCC Kalispell Campus

Students must be Work Study Eligible (as determined by Financial Aid)

Start Date:

This position will start Fall Semester, 2026

Length of Employment:

Academic Calendar Year 2026/2027

Work Schedule:

Works between Monday and Friday, flexible scheduling between 7:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., and may work up to 19 hours per week

Dress Code:

Casual wear with appropriate coverage.

Purpose:

Supports the Common Grounds coffee shop and/or supervisor.

Position Duties:

• Greets and welcomes Common Grounds customers and offers assistance
• Takes and prepares beverage orders
• Performs cashier functions
• Cleans espresso machine and restocks supplies
• Cleans and maintains general cleanliness for coffee station work area and common area
• May perform other like duties

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current FVCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits per semester, and
• Students must be Work Study Eligible (as determined by Financial Aid)
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Ability to work with a minimal level of supervision as well as in a team environment, and
• Ability to follow directions and procedures, and
• Ability to consistently provide quality customer service to students, faculty, staff and the public, and
• Ability to problem-solve, follow directions, and be self-motivated, and
• Possess a cooperative spirit in working with peers, supervisors, students and the public

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous cashiering experience

Student Skill Development:

Communication skills, critical thinking, planning, collaboration, customer service, professionalism

Predicted Outcome:

Critical thinking, collaboration, communicating effectively, customer service, professionalism

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT GUIDELINES:

• Students must be enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credits for fall or spring semester to qualify for student employment.
• Students may not work beyond 19 hours per week during semester.
• Student workers shall be actively engaged; no use of cell phones (except in case of emergency)or social media.
• Student workers shall demonstrate a commitment to the job with adherence to work schedule, effective communication/interpersonal skills, and quality customer service skills to be a representative of FVCC.

EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATIONS, REFERENCE CHECKS, AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Prior to offers of student employment, FVCC may conduct thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicant's application or resume. Additionally, FVCC may conduct post-offer criminal background checks.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCC's policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran’s status, service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs, as required by federal and state laws.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

ASSISTANCE IN COMPLETING APPLICATION: Students who need assistance in applying for current job opportunities may contact Valerie Clement, Human Resources Partner, Recruitment, [e-mail] or 406-756-3985.

Student employment offers students a growth opportunity to prepare them for future careers and as ambassadors of Flathead Valley Community College.