Barista
- Full-Time
- Ridgewood, NJ
- Village Tea Shop
- Posted 2 years ago – Accepting applications
Tea Barista
We are looking for a Barista to prepare and serve hot and cold beverages. Barista responsibilities include educating customers on our drinks menu, making recommendations based on their preferences and taking orders. To be successful in this role, you should have customer service skills and knowledge of how brewing equipment operates. You should be able to work various shifts. Note: this position’s compensation includes salary and tips. Ultimately, you’ll ensure an excellent drinking experience for our guests.
Responsibilities
- Greet customers as they enter
- Give customers drink menus and answer their questions regarding ingredients
- Make drinks (bubble tea/smoothie/brewed teas/fruit teas)
- Preparation (brew teas/ cook bubbles/ cut fruits)
- Receive and process payments (cash and credit cards)
- Keep the bar area clean (wash utensils, scrubbing counters and other work stations, Mop floors, throw out trash.
- Comply with health and safety regulations
- Communicate customer feedback to managers and recommend new menu items
Skills
- Previous work experience as a Barista
- Hands-on experience with brewing equipment
- Knowledge of sanitation regulations
- Flexibility to work various shifts
- Basic math skills
- Ability to gauge customers’ preferences
- Excellent communication skills
- High school diploma; relevant training is a plus
_No High school students_
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Physical Setting:
- Coffee shop
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental Pay:
- Tips
Experience:
- Guest services: 1 year (Preferred)
- Barista experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: One location