Part-time Barista/Cook

Join the dynamic team at Vida Café as our Part-Time Barista/Cook in Pasco, Washington! This exciting opportunity allows you to be part of the growth for individuals in our work readiness program as well as enhance our food service experience while working onsite in a vibrant, collaborative environment.

Center for Sharing - Part-time Barista/Cook Job Description

Broetje Family Trust is an association of three foundations collectively stewarding a family legacy of "bearing fruit that will last" through servant leadership, community building, and philanthropy. We commit to: 1) live and teach the ethic of Christ-centered service through servant leadership development; 2) nurture and create new communities of healing and mutual service locally and internationally; and 3) place resources at the service of those communities.

Vida Café is a program of the Tierra Vida initiative and is a business-as-ministry providing a nurturing gathering to cultivate relationships while hosting a work readiness program for those seeking a second chance. This position is employed under The Center for Sharing.

Our Statement of Faith in Action

Broetje Family Trust is a Christ-centered organization. We embrace the Bible as the central guide for preparing ourselves to become followers of Jesus Christ. We believe that when God's word comes to live in us, we are empowered to live into a new way of thinking. We are transformed as we submit to God's "good and perfect will" (Rom12:1-2). Our hearts and minds compel us to engage the world differently as we learn to love as Jesus did.

We believe we are guided by the Holy Spirit in nurturing the spirit of all living beings through community. While the human spirit is integral to lasting transformation, it is God's Spirit dwelling within that transforms one's inner being to reflect God's love, leading one to become an ambassador of healing and reconciliation in the lives of those served (1Cor 2:11-12; 1 Cor 15:45-47).

The lasting impact of our work can be seen in individuals, families, and communities as they shift their thinking to see the world as God sees it. People come to believe that they are deeply loved, have a divine purpose, and are called to something greater than themselves. This belief inspires service and connection as they reach out to others regardless of differences to work together to achieve God's dream of Shalom.

Position Summary

The Trust seeks to fill a dedicated and experienced Barista/Cook to join our team. This individual will play a key role in ensuring an exceptional experience for all café patrons by delivering outstanding customer service and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Responsibilities include preparing and serving beverages, assisting with food preparation, and ensuring cleanliness and adherence to health and safety standards throughout the café. The Barista/Cook will report to the Executive Director and work collaboratively with other café staff. This is a part-time, hourly position at $18.50/hour with primary work hours Monday – Friday, 1:30PM – 6:30PM. Full-time hours, coverage for morning shift and weekend work hours may be needed depending on café demands.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve beverages such as drip coffee, espresso-based drinks, tea and other specialty drinks.
• Uphold the quality of service in a positive, cheerful and welcoming manner to ensure all customers and visitors enjoy their experience.
• Answer customers' questions about menu choices and suggest favorites, specials or add-ons.
• Receive and process transactions (cash and credit cards) from customers.
• Adhere to all health and food safety regulations and quality controls by keeping behind the counter and storage rooms clean.
• Prepare ingredients (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.) while ensuring all food and other items are stored properly.
• Prepare and serve beverages such as drip coffee, espresso-based drinks, tea and other specialty drinks.
• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Line check items daily by checking temperatures of hot and cold foods.
• Temperature check freezers, refrigerators, food storage room, and heating equipment, to ensure proper functioning.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, utensils, dishes, floors, counters, tables, and seating areas as needed throughout the day.
• Ensure accurate closing procedures are completed at the end of the shift, including daily deposits, and other areas of record keeping.
• Always maintain a clean and professional appearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have at least 2 years of barista experience.
• Knowledge in espresso fundamentals, milk steaming, barista tools and equipment use.
• Proven experience as a cook with knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking, boiling, etc.
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
• Must have, or be working towards, a Washington Food Workers' card.
• Strong organizational skills to be able to prioritize tasks.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Reliable, self-motivated and able to solve problems and make decisions based on the Broetje Family Trust's mission and core values.

Employment

The Center for Sharing is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The position is open until filled.