Coffee Shop Barista

PLEASE NOTE: This is an ongoing open position; we are openly accepting applications and will contact interested applicants as positions become available.

Purpose of Job:

To deliver superior quality products and services for our guests and communities through leadership, innovation, and partnerships.

I. Experience and Knowledge Required:

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  Experience in food and beverage preparation or customer service preferred.
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  Training and willingness to continue learning about food and beverage preparation.
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  Exceptional listening and communication skills.
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  Availability to work around peak hours, including nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
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  A polite, engaging personality.
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  Commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence.
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  Willingness to work as part of a high-energy, efficient team in a fast-paced environment.
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  Possess a New Mexico Food Handler’s card upon start date.

II. Essential Functions, Responsibilities, and Duties:

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  Welcoming customers, informing them about specials or new items, answering questions, and accepting orders and payments.
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  Packaging food and beverages for sale.
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  Selling coffee and tea blends and brewing equipment, highlighting the differences between items, and educating customers about brewing methods.
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  Cleaning and restocking work and dining areas, emptying trash and sanitizing equipment and utensils.
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  Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation, and presentation techniques to improve food quality.
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  Updating signage and displays to attract customers.
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  Taking inventory and replenishing items in display cases, at tables, or behind the counter.
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  Working as part of a fun, high-energy team.
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  Adhering to all food safety regulations and quality controls.
• May include leadership tasks involving inventory oversight, ordering, and supply management.
• May include leadership tasks of scheduling for shifts.

III. Attributes:

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  Strong leadership skills
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  Positive attitude
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  Heart of a servant
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  Fun/enjoyable

IV. Extent of Public Contact:

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  Local community members
• Local city leaders
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  Local vendors

V. Physical Demands:

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  Stand on feet for 6 hours at a time
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  Ability to lift 30 pounds