Lead Barista Job Tulsa area,Oklahoma USA,Restaurant/Food Service

Summary

Vance Air Force Base is excited to be opening a new coffee shop!

Great coffee starts with great people, and we are seeking a Lead Barista to help launch our newest café experience.

Part-Time (20 to 34 hours weekly)
Eligible for Health & Life Insurance, 401K, and PTO
Eligible for multiple pay increases over time, upon successful performance (Within-grade-increase).
Access to base amenities (gym, childcare facility, golf, craft programs, and more!)

Duties

As a working leader, performs the following types of duties: provides day-to-day advice and guidance to Coffee Shop employees for work assignments; relays instructions from the supervisor for work assignments; gets the work started and sets the work pace; demonstrates work methods; ensures that worksite materials and tools are available; and ensures that employees follow security, safety and housekeeping rules.

Prepares specialty beverages in a free-standing coffee operation. Crafting an extensive menu of beverages including but not limited to lattes, espresso, americanos, brewed coffees, frappuccinos, and cappuccinos; using a commercial grade coffee machine and other related machinery (mixer, frother, etc.). Serves other mixed (non-alcoholic) beverages such as iced coffees, fruit drinks, smoothies and more by selecting proper ingredients and following recipes.

Creates beverages by following the requirements of each type of drink including but not limited to; preheating the filter, adjusting the ratio of its components, and the difference in frothing and steaming milk. Advises customers regarding the different drink choices and brewing options. Adjusts recipes for customers if requested.

Serves and prepares assorted items such as sandwiches, cookies, muffins, pastries etc.

Sets up coffee shop for operation and obtains cash bank. Performs receiving and disbursing cashier duties. Prepares documentation for cash funds accountability. Performs inventory and identifies items for re-ordering. Orders supply using NAF purchase card (P-Card).

Sets up and maintains area to ensure that it is neat and clean. Routinely cleans work surfaces, coffee machine, equipment, and utensils between uses. Cleans tables for customers and replenishes condiment items and stock as necessary. Re-fills the coffee bean grinders. Collects and transfers trash form work area to disposal area. Washes, scrapes, soaks, dishes and utensils. Performs heavy duty cleaning tasks as required in the work area (floors, walls, ceilings) and on/under/behind equipment including coffee machines and refrigerators.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and/or complete food handler's training.
Must satisfactory complete a pre-employment physical.
May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty (evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call).

Qualifications

Who May Apply:
Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 10/01/2026

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, and Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience;

if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying

Experience:

Must have experience in and knowledge of methods and procedures relating to specialty coffee preparation, or a similar activity. Ability to lead one or more workers to accomplish service duties. Must have the ability to follow written and oral instructions, work safely, and perform simple arithmetic. Adept at multitasking and time management. Knowledge of sanitation standards in handling and serving food, and for cleaning simple equipment and work area.

Must be able to use hand tools for cleaning and…