Barista - Store

Description

At Hometown Coffee & Juice, our Baristas do more than make great coffee - they create experiences that keep customers coming back. As a Barista, you'll combine technical skill, speed, attention to detail, and genuine hospitality to deliver consistently excellent beverages in a fast-paced café environment.

A successful Barista takes pride in every detail, from dialing in espresso and steaming milk to maintaining a clean, organized workspace and connecting with customers. You'll work closely with your teammates to keep service moving while maintaining the quality and hospitality that define Hometown.

• Prepare coffee and espresso beverages according to Hometown recipes and quality standards.
• Dial in espresso and monitor beverage quality throughout the shift.
• Steam milk and prepare beverages with consistency in taste, texture, temperature, and presentation.
• Follow standardized recipes and procedures to ensure every customer receives a great product.

• Manage your station calmly and efficiently during busy periods.
• Keep your workspace organized, stocked, and ready for service.
• Maintain strong awareness of ticket flow and help keep orders moving.
• Support the cashier and other FOH positions as needed during peak periods without compromising quality.

• Develop a strong understanding of Hometown's coffee, beverage, and menu offerings.
• Continue building technical skills and product knowledge through training and hands-on experience.
• Identify and communicate equipment or product issues to leadership.
• Follow proper procedures for operating, cleaning, and maintaining coffee equipment.

• Welcome and engage customers with warm, genuine hospitality.
• Help customers navigate the menu and make recommendations when appropriate.
• Anticipate customer and team needs and proactively offer support.
• Address customer concerns quickly, professionally, and with care.

• Keep the barista station clean, organized, and stocked throughout the shift.
• Follow all sanitation, food safety, and cleaning procedures.
• Clean equipment, surfaces, and tools as needed throughout service and at the end of each shift.

• Previous customer service or coffee experience is preferred, but we are happy to train the right person.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in learning about coffee, espresso, and beverage preparation.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices.

• Ability to stand and move throughout the café for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Build your barista skills and deepen your coffee knowledge.
• Be part of a dynamic, supportive, and growing team.
• Make a meaningful impact on the customer experience every day.
• Grow with a company that values hospitality, teamwork, and development.

Pay: Starting at $9.25/hour, plus tips, with opportunities for increases based on experience and performance.

Benefits & Perks:

• Employee Meal & Employee Discount Benefits
• Paid Breaks
• 401(k)
• Great Work-Life Balance
  - No late nights, our cafes close at 5pm
• Paid Leave and Sick Leave
• Health Insurance offered to all regular full-time employees
• Growth and development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Hometown Coffee & Juice is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

En Hometown Coffee & Juice, nuestros Baristas hacen mucho más que preparar un excelente…