Job Summary Join our dynamic team as a Lead Barista/Barista II, where you will be the heart of our café operations, delivering exceptional beverage and food service experiences to our diverse community. In this energetic role, you will lead by example, ensuring high standards of quality, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction. Your expertise in coffee preparation, POS systems, and retail sales transactions will drive the success of our café while fostering a welcoming environment for all guests. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in food service and customer engagement while contributing to a vibrant campus atmosphere. Duties Prepare and serve a variety of coffee beverages, non-alcoholic drinks, and food items with precision and care, ensuring consistency and quality. Operate POS systems such as Aloha and Micros to process retail sales transactions accurately and efficiently. Lead daily café operations by supervising team members, managing workflow, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. Provide outstanding customer service by engaging with guests warmly, addressing inquiries, and resolving issues promptly. Maintain proper food handling procedures, including sanitation, storage, and adherence to food safety regulations. Manage cash handling responsibilities, including processing cash transactions and balancing registers at shift end. Assist in training new team members on beverage preparation techniques, POS operation, and customer service protocols. Experience Starbucks Leadership Experience preferred Proven experience as a barista or in a food service environment with a strong understanding of coffee preparation and beverage service. Prior experience operating POS systems such as Aloha or Micros is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to handle retail sales transactions accurately while maintaining excellent customer service skills. Knowledge of food safety standards and proper food handling procedures within the food industry. Strong math skills for cash handling, retail math calculations, and basic accounting tasks. Excellent time management skills to prioritize tasks efficiently during busy periods. Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a café or retail setting is highly recommended; leadership qualities are highly valued. This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their expertise in the food industry while creating memorable experiences for our community members. We seek energetic team players who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to delivering top-notch service every day!

Pay:

$17.00 - $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid training Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person