Job description

We are accepting applications from outgoing and reliable Baristas at Origin Coffee Co. (Lake Placid & Saranac Lake)!

Our locally-owned business is looking for friendly team players with a passion for great coffee, food, and customer service. We take pride in serving the finest coffee and tea in the area, serving up a delicious menu, providing a clean and welcoming atmosphere, and having a team that enjoys engaging with the community, visitors, and each other.

We offer competitive wages, a positive, fun and professional workplace, and exposure to the wonderful industry of Specialty Coffee!

As part of the Origin Coffee Co barista team, you will prepare and serve beverages to our recipes and standards, ensuring an excellent experience for our guests through attention to detail and personal connections.

In addition to preparing drinks, barista responsibilities include educating customers on our drink menu, making recommendations based on their preferences, up-selling special items, and taking accurate orders while providing the friendly experience we are known for. Baristas are responsible for daily cleaning and maintaining the front of the house, including all machines on the bar, dining areas, coffee bar, bathrooms, and retail shelves. Baristas must be able to work confidently in both a steady and fast-paced environment.

To be successful in this role, you must have exceptional customer service skills, be responsible, professional and reliable, and have passion for the product and experience we are providing.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers as they enter
• Be knowledgeable about our menus and answer customer questions regarding coffee, ingredients, and preparation methods
• Take orders while paying attention to details
• Prepare beverages following our recipes
• Serve beverages and prepared food such as cookies, pastries, and muffins
• Receive and process payments (cash and credit cards)
• Keep the bar and all areas the of the dining room/FOH clean
• Complete daily opening, closing, and side-work checklists
• Monitor and maintain stock of retail cooler, tables, bar area, and beverage ingredients
• Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs
• Comply with NYS health and safety regulations
• Communicate customer feedback to managers and recommend new seasonal menu features

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and positive attitude
• Previous work experience as a Barista, hands-on experience with brewing equipment
• Ability to work shifts that start at 6:30 am, weekday, weekend and holiday availability
• Ability to work effectively in a team atmosphere
• Basic math skills and computer literacy
• Ability to work on your feet for 6-9 hours of repetitive motion at a time and be able to lift up to 40 lbs

If you think you would be a good fit for our team, please apply online or email us your resume.

Note: This position’s compensation range includes hourly salary and tips.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time

Restaurant type:

• Café
• Coffee shop

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Saranac Lake, NY 12983: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person