Barista

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, **_“I can’t live without them.”_**

**Location**:
847 S. Kalamazoo Ave. - Paw Paw, Michigan 49079

**Position Summary**:
This role is responsible for preparing coffee shop beverages and food, operating cash register and receiving payment in a timely and efficient manner while displaying courteous customer service.

**Here’s what you’ll do**:

- Prepare coffee shop beverages; brew, mix and/or blend beverages according to set standards.
- Prepare food items according to procedures.
- Ensure food and beverages are handled in a safe manner and according to established guidelines, and work is completed in a clean work environment.
- Operate cash register to itemize customer purchases and process payments including, but not limited to; cash, checks, credit cards, gift certificates, coupons, etc.
- Stock items and rotate deli items and merchandise displays.
- Maintain understanding of current store programs and product locations.
- Understand use of check-stand equipment (i.e., register) and coffee shop equipment and its efficient operation.
- Notify the department lead or manager if products and supplies need to be ordered.
- Comply with Company policies regarding security, cash handling/cash drawer accounting procedures, product handling (i.e., damaged/spoiled products), etc.
- Maintain a clean and well-stocked department; ensure the department complies with Company safety and sanitation procedures and standards.
- Communicate the Company programs (i.e., loyalty program, scans, etc.), in-store specials and coupons to customers, and models high standards of service to achieve a customer oriented store.
- Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

**Here’s what you’ll need**:

- High school diploma or GED (preferred)
- One year of retail or related experience preferred.
- Good verbal communication skills; ability to interact politely and effectively with customers.
- Good customer service and organizational skills; detail-oriented. Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills are required.

**Physical Requirements**:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

As part of our **People First** culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran, that celebrates diversity and believes employing a diverse workforce is key to our success. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.