Clinton
Job Description 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, • Handles 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 FoJo Beans Coffee Roasters 10 Utica Street Hamilton, NY 13346