Barista Posada Java

Position Summary

Prepare and serve specialty coffee and other beverages. Serve food such as baked goods, sandwiches, salads, quiche, etc. to our guests. Work as a team member in a high-volume espresso/lunch/dessert shop.

Essential Functions

• Prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, utensils, and equipment throughout the day.
• Clean and sanitize service or seating areas.
• Check temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, or heating equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety.
• Describe menu items to customers or suggest products that might appeal to them.
• Provide customers with product details, such as coffee blend or preparation descriptions.
• Receive and process customer payments.
• Prepare and serve foods, such as muffins, bagels, sandwiches, salads, and more.
• Stock customer service stations with paper products or beverage preparation items.
• Take out garbage throughout hours of operation as needed.
• Label and date dot all food items when prepped for guest consumption.
• Demonstrate the use of retail equipment, such as espresso machines, coffee and tea brewers, and TurboChef oven.
• Set up or restock product displays. 

Competencies

• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively using the spoken word.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Professional and Courteous Communication - Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with residents, guests, and family members and the general public.
• Flexibility - Flexibility to adjust to changes in work loads, assignments and hours
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Enthusiastic - Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task.
• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Team Builder - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.
• Tolerance - Ability to work successfully with a variety of people without making judgments.
• Safety Awareness - Follows all Infection Control practices, including handwashing techniques, standard precautions, isolation precautions, and safety precautions
  

Skills and Abilities

* Ability to operate La Posada's Point of Sale System and cash register.

* Adherence to the Pima County Health Department standards related to the preparation and service of food and beverages.