Barista - Part-Time

Overview

Creative Dining Services at The University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, IN, is looking for an experienced barista in the coffee shop to serve students and staff amazing drinks with a smile.

The Barista maintains operations at the Coffee Shop while maintaining a positive environment, which provides fast, efficient, and friendly service ensuring a quality experience for both our customers and team members. The Barista is responsible for customer service, product knowledge and education, and encouraging safe work practices.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Prepares and presents food & beverages according to established recipe and presentation standards.
• Provides service to the customers in a positive, friendly, helpful manner.
• Follows current trends in the coffee business and makes operations suggestions.
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The position involves physical work in a commercial kitchen environment. Responsibilities include moving inventory, product, carts, tables, etc. as well as using kitchen utensils and commercial kitchen equipment. Must be able to lift 25 pounds. Environment may include hot, humid, or cold temperatures. Must be able to work overtime, evenings and special events as needed.

Methods to perform essential job functions will be reasonably accommodated to allow individuals with disabilities to perform them.

Education – Skills – Expectations:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of retail or six months of specialty coffee experience.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Must possess a positive, can-do attitude, be detail oriented, with a love and a passion for food. Must work with others in a cooperative manner, even while working under pressure. Willing to engage actively in the physical work of a high-quality food service operation. Expected to adhere to Employee Handbook policies and procedures. As a representative of Creative Dining Services, must function in accordance with our corporate Mission, Vision, and Core Values statements.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

About Creative Dining Services Creative Dining Services partners with colleges, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience – one that’s fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that’s how it should be. Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!