lead barista (FT)

Job Description
Job Title:
Lead Barista
Supervisor:
FOH Assistant Manager
Status
: Non Exempt, Hourly
FTE:
1.0 (32-40 hours/week)
Salary Range:
$18-$20 DOE/hour plus tip pool
Union Affiliation:
UFCW Local 21- Associated dues will apply
Hood Famous Cafe + Bar is seeking an experienced Lead
Barista with an unabashed love for coffee and food to join our team at our Chinatown-International District location. The Lead Barista is responsible for the quality of the coffee and hospitality program, acting as an extension of our leadership team. The Lead Barista serves as a role model to their team in their own hospitality & drink and food preparation, as well as takes significant responsibility for on-the-job education and training of those team members. This is a great role for someone who has already demonstrated a high level of skill and performance in coffee, food and hospitality and wants to help nurture others to do the same.
The candidate for our Lead Barista must have a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and an eagle-eye for detail. Working closely with our FOH Assistant Manager, we are looking for a leader that sets the ultimate example for the FOH team; and has the ability to set the pace of work flow and production needed during busy peaks as well as manages how to effectively use slower times.
Familiarity with Filipino flavors and the Chinatown-International
District neighborhood is a plus.
Essential Responsibilities, Duties & Tasks:
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Ensure that the drinks, food and hospitality consistently meet our company’s high standards by educating, coaching and developing new and current team members ● Lead by example at all times to show how a highly skilled and hospitable barista approaches their work in preparing drinks and food, serving guests, and helping teammates ● Develop strong and successful working relationships with co-workers and promote a spirit of inclusivity and teamwork among all team members across BOH and FOH ● Regularly taste coffee drinks made by baristas ● Offer positive and/or constructive feedback to team members on the quality and consistency of drink preparation, food preparation, cleanliness, professionalism, and customer service Hood Famous Cafe + Bar is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race and color, religion, marital status, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Updated: 9/5/2021
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Be knowledgeable on each rotation of coffee offerings (attributes, preparation) through cuppings and coordination with the FOH Assistant Manager ● Be knowledgeable on each food offering (attributes, ingredients, preparation) through coordination with your Manager and details provided by the Pastry Chef ● Release new coffee and food offerings, working closely with the General Manager and FOH Assistant Manager to decide when new offerings will be put on bar and then educate and inform your team about them ● Organize and lead public, coffee-related events to reach out to new guests and engage existing guests to have a stronger connection to our Cafe ● Partner closely with the FOH Assistant Manager to roll out new techniques and information to cafe staff Minimum Qualifications :
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Must hold current MAST & Food Handlers permits
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2+ years experience working in a speciality coffee retail and/or restaurant environment ● Strong technical barista skills in all areas of drink preparation (ie. brewing, espresso, milk)
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In-depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation, and nutrition ● BGA level 1 coffee certification preferred ● A love and respect of delicious food, beverages, and amazing guest experiences ● Ability to stand on your feet 5+ hours (with breaks)
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Flexible schedule and must be able to work weekends
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Ability to lift 50lbs on a regular basis
Personal Qualifications
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Clear and effective communicator
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Proven ability to problem solve, prioritize multiple time-sensitive tasks, and self directed ● Experien