Barista - Summer

The Well is a Charity in Blind River Ontario, offering a Youth Center, Food Stability for the area, Community Events, and Programming for Children. We also have a Coffee Shop that functions as a fundraiser. We believe in building our community and offering new opportunities to children who have fewer opportunities, including a Summer Day Camp with Snacks, Games, Crafts, and Fun Bible Teaching. Our goal with our workers and volunteers is to create a community around purposeful giving. We have a fun working environment that welcomes our employees and volunteers to challenge themselves and learn new skills!

The position is Funded by the Youth Job Connect Program and will run for July and August. The Pay rate is $15.60 an hour, is 30 hours a week including weekends, and is pending approval through Employment Solutions (contact for details). Applicants must be between the ages 15-18 and return to school in the fall.

Job Overview:

We are looking for a Barista to prepare and serve hot and cold beverages, and food, including various types of coffee and tea, baked goods, and sandwiches. Barista responsibilities include educating customers on our drinks menu, making recommendations based on their preferences, up-selling special items, and taking orders. To be successful in this role, you should have customer service skills and knowledge of how brewing equipment operates. You should also be able to work various shifts. Note: This position also will involve supervising and helping out with the Youth Center. 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

Take orders while paying attention to details (e.g. preferences of coffee blend, dairy, and sugar ratios)

Prepare beverages following the recipes

Serve beverages and prepared food, like cookies, pastries, and sandwiches

Receive and process payments (cash and credit cards)

Keep the bar area clean consistently

Maintain stock of clean mugs and plates

Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs

Comply with health and safety regulations

Communicate customer feedback to managers and recommend new menu items

Maintain the cleanliness of The Well, including floors, windows, kitchen, bathroom, changing garbage, and the building in general

Wash and sanitize dishes and equipment as needed and at the end of the day.

Complete closing cleanup checklist: Sweep, mop, wipe surfaces, sanitize equipment, clean bathrooms, etc.

Assist with Youth Center as needed

Oversee hospitality aspects of events: prepare shopping lists, prepare food, set up food, serve food, etc.

Applicable Experience and Skills:

Previous work experience in fast food, or as a Barista or Waiter/Waitress

Hands-on experience with brewing equipment

Ability to read and speak English proficiently

Strong ability to multitask

Knowledge of sanitation regulations

Flexibility to work various shifts

Basic math skills

Ability to gauge customers’ preferences

Excellent communication skills

Relevant training is a plus (food safe handlers course, etc)

Ability to supervise students during youth center hours

Food Safe Handlers Course

Ability to clear a Police Check

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