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JOB DESCRIPTION: BARISTA
FoJo Beans seeks a motivated Barista for our Hamilton College cafes (Clinton, NY). This position is Monday- Friday 9-5 (when classes are in session). A keen attention to detail (food & drink prep, stock & inventory, equipment cleaning & maintenance) is essential. Being a leader and role model is vital.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure all drinks are created according to specs
- Educate customers about our coffees and drinks menu
- Maintains café inventories behind the bar
- Thoroughly perform all opening and closing duties
- Keep equipment operational by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; performing preventive maintenance
- Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy work environment according to health codes
- Supporting kitchen operations
- Learning to prepare all food according to specifications
- Following food handling regulations ensure safety
- Maintain a bird’s eye view of daily operations by recognizing where and when to support (e.g., POS, barista station, dishes, being able to step in if/when another team member needs support)
- Problem solving (customers complaints/queries; equipment issues, food/drinks being off spec, etc…)
- Enhance coffee shop reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
- Operate standard barista and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
- Role model for maintenance, and cleaning of the cafe and its equipment, fostering good safety and sanitation
- Communicate regularly with the Cafe Manager
- Relaying information about Stock/Inventory in a timely manner
- Customer and employee requests and/or complaints
- Retail display organization
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
- Experience working in a coffee bar and/or cafe
- Excellent communication; superior customer service; high degree of ethics
- Proactive approach to problem-solving with a calm, professional demeanor
- A demonstrated passion for customer service and coffee
- Excellent time management skills; ability to self-direct; detail oriented
- High level of organization; excellent time management skills; ability to self-direct
- Ability to work well within groups
- A passion for small business and quality products
- Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis and maneuver 150 pounds
Send Resume and Cover Letter to jobs@fojobeans.com
FoJo Beans Coffee Roasters
10 Utica Street
Hamilton, NY 13346
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 – $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
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