Barista/Cashier

Java Nation in Kensington, MD is looking for a part-time Barista/Cashier to join our team. We are looking for people who share our passion for creating and serving delicious handcrafted food and freshly roasted coffee. Candidates must be positive, friendly and enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Job Overview

The Barista/Cashier will greet customers, answer their questions, take orders and accept payments, prepare and serve food and drinks. You will also maintain a clean and well-stocked workspace and dining area, update displays, and continuously expand your knowledge of food and beverage quality controls, preparation methods and presentation. To succeed as a Barista/Cashier you should be committed to providing customers with excellent service. You should be positive, friendly, knowledgeable, and polite.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Welcoming customers, informing them about specials or new items, answering questions, and accepting orders and payments.
• Preparing foods, such as parfaits or baked goods, and grinding and blending coffee beans, brewing coffee and tea, and serving items to customers.
• Packaging food and beverages for sale.
• Selling coffee and tea blends and brewing equipment, highlighting the differences between items and educating customers about brewing methods.
• Cleaning and restocking work and dining areas, emptying trash, and sanitizing equipment and utensils.
• Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation, and presentation techniques to improve food quality.
• Updating signage and displays to attract customers.
• Taking inventory and replenishing items in display cases, at tables, or behind the counter.
• Working in as part of a fun, high-energy team.
• Adhering to all food safety regulations and quality controls.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in food and beverage preparation or customer service preferred.
• Training and willingness to continue learning about food and beverage preparation.
• Exceptional listening and communication skills.
• Ability to walk, bend, and stand for extended periods.
• Availability to work around peak hours, including nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• A polite, engaging personality.
• Commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence.
• Willingness to work as part of a high-energy, efficient team in a fast-paced environment.'

'Work Remotely No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.65 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Work Location: In person