Ariccia Restaurant Server - The Hotel at Auburn University

We pay approximately 55% of our employee's benefits.
Complimentary meal for every shift worked

Job Title: Barista

Department: Thrive Here @ Auburn

Reports To: Restaurant General Manager/Director of Coffee Operations

Job Overview:

Located inside of the Hotel at Auburn University, Thrive at Auburn is an extension of the Thrive Roastery and Coffee Shop located inside of the Tony & Libba Rane Culinary Science Center. Hotel guests and local patrons will be able to enjoy and taste the quality of Auburn-roasted beans in every cup of handcrafted coffee and freshly made pastry items each day.

Duties:

· Ability to thoughtfully engage with all customers visiting the Thrive Coffee shop about the concept and partnership with Auburn University

· Perform mise en place for daily service based on business levels expected

· Oversee our guests experience following Thrive Here@Auburn powered by Thrive Farmers and IHP's standards of service.

· Monitor and observe guests café experience. Ensure guests are satisfied with the food and service. Respond promptly and courteously to any requests.

· Always maintain a neat and clean work environment

· Be available to perform lateral service as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the cafe as directed by the Director of Coffee or immediate supervisor.

· Preparing foods, such as sandwiches or baked goods, and grinding and blending coffee beans, brewing coffee and tea.

· Selling coffee and tea blends and brewing equipment, highlighting the differences between items, and educating customers about brewing methods.

· Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation, and presentation techniques to improve food quality.

· Taking inventory and replenishing items based on business levels in display cases or behind the café.

Working Conditions:

· Be able to safely lift up to 25 pounds

· Considerable repetitive motion of hands, wrists, shoulders and back is required

· Workplace is a fast paced environment with considerable movement throughout the shift; requires standing and walking 95% of the workday

· Team members must have a flexible work schedule and ability to work nights, weekends and holidays

Qualifications

· Previous barista experience is preferred

· Upon selection able to complete the Responsible Vendor course for all team members 18 years old and above

· A basic knowledge of food & beverage procedures and functions

· Possess basic math skills and can handle money and operate a point-of-sale system

· Positive Attitude