Front of House Associate

Job Description

• Greets customers with a friendly, enthusiastic, and positive attitude—always with a smile—creating a welcoming environment that encourages repeat visits
• Takes and prepares coffee shop orders accurately and efficiently
• Operates registers and communicates clearly with customers about daily specials, updates, and upcoming events
• Prepares daily specialty drinks, including espresso beverages, in-house coffee syrups, freshly‑squeezed fruit juices and wellness shots while working in a safe and organized manner
• Assists with prepping fresh fruit for the Grab‑and‑Go area
• Plays a key role in supporting both onsite and offsite catering events including tracking, prep, delivery, setup, service, and tear down as needed
• Helps Front of House Supervisor track inventory and restock supplies for FOH operations
• Follows proper food handling techniques and physical safety rules
• Ensures all FOH equipment is properly functioning and identifies any repairs or maintenance needs, then reports to FOH Supervisor
• Assists with keeping all service and storage areas clean, sanitized, and well‑organized
• Communicates customer feedback to managers and recommends new menu items or improvements
• Supports tasks assigned by the Food Service Manager and/or Front of House Supervisor to successfully operate Wonderful La Cocina Restaurant

• 6 months – 1 year of previous work experience in food service, barista, or hospitality roles preferred
• GED or high school diploma required
• Food Safety and/or food handler training or certification; awareness of local, state, and federal health and sanitation laws
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation, including coffee techniques
• Understanding of proper use and maintenance of café equipment including espresso machines, grinders, brewers, refrigeration, and kitchen tools
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment with a positive attitude
• A strong commitment to exceptional customer service and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and active listening skills to effectively interact with both customers and coworkers
• Problem‑solving ability and openness to take direction
• Conversational Spanish is desired but not required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver’s license required

Pay Range: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top‑notch medical coverage, comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including:
• 24/7 online physician consultations
• Virtual mental health resources
• Life coaching
• Engaging employee community groups
• Cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
• Library of on‑demand fitness videos
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company‑wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
• Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co‑Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For.
  
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