Barista and Cafe Assistant

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible part-time hours

Free coffee and employee discounts

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a passionate Barista and Cafe Assistant to join a vibrant team in Klerksdorp, South Africa. You will prepare beverages, serve light foods, and provide friendly service in a busy cafe setting.

The role blends on-site customer interaction with remote admin tasks like inventory and scheduling. Ideal candidates have cafe/food service experience, coffee brewing knowledge, latte art is a plus, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Previous barista or cafe/food service experience.
• Knowledge of coffee brewing techniques and latte art is a plus.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in Klerksdorp.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of coffee drinks, teas, and other beverages to high standards.
• Take customer orders accurately and efficiently, handling payments and operating the POS system.
• Prepare and present light food items, such as pastries and sandwiches.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the cafe, including workstations and seating areas.
• Manage online order fulfillment and communicate with customers regarding pickup and delivery options remotely.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

POS system

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a passionate and customer-focused Barista and Cafe Assistant to join their vibrant team in Klerksdorp. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality beverages, serving food items, and providing excellent customer service in a welcoming cafe atmosphere. This role involves a mix of on-site customer interaction and remote administrative tasks related to inventory and scheduling. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a keen eye for detail, and enjoys interacting with a diverse range of customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of coffee drinks, teas, and other beverages to high standards.
• Take customer orders accurately and efficiently, handling payments and operating the POS system.
• Prepare and present light food items, such as pastries and sandwiches.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the cafe, including workstations and seating areas.
• Manage online order fulfillment and communicate with customers regarding pickup and delivery options remotely.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a barista or in a cafe/food service role is preferred.
• Knowledge of coffee brewing techniques and latte art is a plus.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Requirements

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in Klerksdorp.
• Basic understanding of inventory management and scheduling software for remote tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Flexible part-time working hours.
• Free coffee and employee discounts on food items.
• Training on advanced barista techniques.
• Positive and friendly cafe culture.