Crafting and building community connections through our cafes by serving locally-roasted coffee. A great barista loves to communicate with staff and customers, genuinely making people's day with heartfelt hospitality. If passionately demonstrating knowledge and consistency is paramount to you, we want to hear from you! Positive leadership, team building and execution of coffee offerings is required. We are looking for someone interested in working at any of our Caffe Vita or Caffe Fiore locations from Sunset Hill to Fremont to downtown (Capitol Hill or KEXP). Flexibility and openness to working at these different cafes is a must. Responsibilities Prepare excellent coffee and espresso drinks
Demonstrate proficiency in milk texturing and latte art
Provide excellent customer service
Engage and interface with customers
Maintain a calm working environment during high volume periods
Demonstrate punctuality
Explain and sell whole bean coffee, retail merchandise, brewing tools and accessories
Continually restock and face merchandise shelves
Perform open, close and side-work duties as defined by cafe checklists
Multi-task and demonstrate initiative with routine tasks
Handle money with accuracy and accountability
Communicate clearly and directly with cafe manager about any issues that arise
Seek opportunities for job training
Participate in Caffe Vita community events and coffee cuppings
Support change and thrive in an adaptable environment
Company Standards Are Follow Represent yourself as an ambassador to the brand at all times
Demonstrate an unyielding commitment to excellence
Hold yourself accountable to deliver results
Challenge yourself to exceed set goals and objectives
Take responsibility for personal professional growth
Serve as a positive example for co-workers
Communicate with others directly, honestly & in a timely manner
Approach change with confidence and enthusiasm
Make sound & timely decisions based on experience & judgment
Be pro-active in providing solutions
Promote creativity & innovation
Compensation & Benefits Seattle $17.25/hr + Tips Tips typically average $15-$35 per hour depending on the location. Full-time employees are eligible for Paid Time Off, medical/dental insurance coverage and 401k, per plan terms
All Seattle employees qualify for Sick and Safe Time (varies by State)
Mentorship and positive work environment
Free coffee/tea drinks while on shift
Employee discounts on merchandise, whole bean coffee and food items
