Thrive Coffee- Barista

The Hotel at Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A university hotel is seeking a Coffee Shop Barista in Auburn, Alabama. The position involves preparing and serving specialty coffee and food items, taking orders, and maintaining cleanliness. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, provide friendly customer service, and preferably hold a high school diploma. The role also requires teamwork and organizational skills. This position promises a dynamic environment serving guests of the hotel.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Provide friendly and attentive customer service.
• Work collaboratively with other baristas and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or serve specialty coffee or other beverages.
• Taking coffee and food orders and entering them into POS.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the espresso bar.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills and attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Combination of education, training or experience

Job description

Job Summary

The Coffee Shop Barista will prepare or serve specialty coffee or other beverages and food items.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Taking coffee and food orders and entering them appropriately into POS.
• Brewing and making coffee beverages as ordered.
• Stock the pastries at the start of the shift and replenish them as needed throughout the shift.
• Ringing up orders on the computerized system.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the espresso bar and surrounding areas at all times.
• Stocking cream, milk, sugar, napkins, stirrers, and supplies to par level at the start of the day; replenish as needed throughout the shift and before the end of the shift.
• Complete the food and beverage requisition for the following day by the end of each daily shift.
• Be available and greet all guests upon visiting the espresso bar.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Provide friendly and attentive customer service.
• Work collaboratively with other baristas and staff members to ensure smooth operations and excellent service.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of walking, standing, and sitting.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.