Beverage Artisan
1 week ago
Vergennes, Vermont, United States
Ophdfw
Full time
Position Overview: As a Barista at Ophdfw, you will embody the essence of Hospitality by delivering exceptional customer service through timely service, high-quality beverages, and maintaining a welcoming and tidy store atmosphere.
Key Responsibilities:
- Exhibit a composed demeanor during peak times or unexpected situations to ensure smooth store operations and set a positive example for the team.
- Proactively assess Guest and store needs by continuously observing the environment and Guests for cues.
- Relay important information to Management to enable the team to create an optimal environment during each shift.
- Support the training of new team members by positively reinforcing successful actions and providing respectful and constructive feedback as necessary.
- Foster a collaborative team atmosphere by recognizing changes in team morale and performance and communicating them to the Managers.
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
- Deliver consistent quality in beverages, whole bean products, and food items by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards while following health, safety, and sanitation protocols.
- Welcome and engage Guests, ensuring they feel comfortable and cared for.
- Inform Guests about specials and updates to the menu.
- Make thoughtful recommendations based on Guests' preferences.
- Address inquiries regarding our food, beverages, and other services.
- Process food and beverage orders through our point-of-sale system, relaying orders to the kitchen and bar.
- Efficiently deliver food and beverages from the kitchen to Guests.
- Complete side work at the beginning and end of each shift as required.
- Ensure cleanliness in service areas.
- Monitor and enhance Guests' dining experiences, responding promptly and courteously to requests.
- Prepare and present the final bill to Guests.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Quick learning ability.
- Capability to understand and execute oral and written instructions, seeking clarification when necessary.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
- Proficiency in building relationships.
Additional Information:
- Constant standing and walking.
- Occasional stooping or kneeling.
- Occasional lifting or carrying of items up to 40 lbs.
- Frequent use of computer/POS systems and bar equipment.
- Regular communication through spoken word.
- Occasional ability to distinguish flavors and odors with accuracy.