Barista

DESCRIPTION

Wirlybird Coffee is a specialty coffee shop operating within Wissahickon Brewing Company, a family owned and operated craft brewery in the East Falls neighborhood of Philadelphia. As a full-time barista at Wirlybird Coffee, you will fill an integral role in the shop’s day-to-day service operation. Baristas are responsible for maintaining the highest levels of customer experience and will have the pleasure of being part of a knowledgable team with a passion for all things coffee!

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Work in a team environment to complete daily operational tasks
• Practice basic safety procedures with respect to equipment and handling hot beverages
• Assist in evaluating and modifying processes to improve efficiency and quality of service
• Capable of working in a fast paced, high energy environment
• Listen well and communicate in a professional and friendly manner
• Focus on customer satisfaction and work to build good relationships with customers
• Be extremely efficient and organized
• Collaborate with Wissahickon Brewing Company staff to provide simultaneous beer and coffee service to customers when applicable

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate equipment including coffee grinders, brewers, and espresso machines
• Greet customers in a friendly manner and take drink orders
• Follow specific recipes and techniques to prepare and serve high quality beverages
• Answer customers’ questions about menu choices and make knowledgeable recommendations when requested
• Operate a basic POS system and take payment from customers
• Keep the work environment sanitary and organized

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 1 year experience working as a barista in a specialty coffee shop
• Must have morning and weekend availability
• Have a love for coffee and an interest in working at a specialty coffee shop!

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• If working during the week, can you reliably start work at 6:30AM Monday through Friday?
• If working weekends, can you reliably start work at 7:30AM on Saturdays and Sundays?

Experience:

• Barista experience: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person