Barista (Starbucks, SFU, Burnaby BC)

" How you will make an impact: You will be responsible for preparing and serving coffee, espresso drinks and related food and beverage items to customers. As a Barista, you will: * Welcome customers by determining their coffee interests and needs * Educate customers by presenting and explaining the coffee drink menu, answering questions * Prepare coffee drinks by following prescribed recipes and preparation techniques for coffee drinks, such as, espresso, cafe latte, and cappuccino * Sell coffee and coffee grinding/brewing equipment by explaining differences in coffee beans and coffee preparation machines; demonstrating how brewing equipment operates * Maintain inventories by replenishing coffee bean supply; stocking coffee brewing equipment; maintaining supplies, pastries, and cookies for coffee bar * Keep equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs * Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following organization standards and sanitation regulations * Improve quality results by studying, evaluating, and re-designing processes; implementing changes; maintaining and improving the appearance of the store and coffee bar About you: * Excellent customer service skills * Previous work experience as a Barista is an asset * Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed * Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team * Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position "

Responsible for preparing and serving coffee, espresso drinks, and food items while educating customers on the menu. Duties include maintaining inventory, operating equipment, and ensuring a safe, sanitary work environment.

Candidates should possess excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with the physical ability to perform job duties. Previous experience as a barista is considered an asset.

• Customer servicePreferred

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• Customer Service
• Coffee Preparation
• Espresso Machine Operation
• Inventory Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Teamwork
• Sanitation Regulations
• Preventive Maintenance

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Retail
• Customer Service & Support

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week