The cafe team serves chef driven, farm-to-table food by the pound for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Each member will build an expertise in espresso, tea, smoothies, and the creation of seasonal beverages. The role is fast-paced and requires the ability to create a consistent and friendly experience for our customers while maintaining a highly organized space in our open kitchen.

ABOUT YOU

You exhibit strong communication skills, an attention to detail, and an optimistic attitude. Working toward positive customer experiences you thrive in a team environment, take your responsibilities seriously, have the ability to multitask, and think quickly on your feet. Passionate about seasonal produce and high-level hospitality, you love food and you're eager to learn more about our mission.

WHAT YOUR TYPICAL DAY WILL INCLUDE

• This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities and requirements, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function within our company. LAG&C reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet changing industry or business needs as necessary.
• Ensure all opening and closing procedures have been completed.
• Educate daily about café menu specials.
• Create a beautiful pastry display that is labeled properly.
• Make sure all menus are up to date.
• Take orders and serve customers with a positive, timely and willing attitude.
• Ring up and check out customers efficiently.
• Assist customer questions about suggestions, preferences, allergens and/or preparations.
• Follow LAG&C standards for serving, weighing and packaging food by the pound.
• Prep made to order beverages like espresso drinks, matcha, and smoothies.
• Prep batched beverages like shrubs, milk tea, and house made nut milk.
• Prep fruit and vegetable ingredients, as needed.
• Ensure and maintain an organized, clean, stocked, and sanitary work area.
• Follow the health department's food safety and handling procedures.
• Follow the employee handbook at all times, especially on service standards and appearance.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Experience in a fast-paced food service environment.
• Barista + espresso experience.
• Passion for warm hospitality and quality customer service.
• Interest in seasonal produce and thoughtfully sourced products.
• Proficient point of sale experience.
• Proficient at cash reconciliation.
• Acute attention to detail when it comes to product quality, presentation and food safety.
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate with management, co-workers and customers that contribute to a productive and joyous team environment.
• Exemplifies company guidelines/protocols, workplace safety and health department standards.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Possess full body mobility (bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching)

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive pay rates, a generous store discount, healthcare options, accrued paid sick time, professional development and growth opportunities.

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