What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host/ Barrista position at Berries Basket Cafe?
Job Overview
As a Host/Barista, you’ll help create a welcoming restaurant experience from the first greeting to the final handoff. You’ll manage reservations and seating, communicate with guests by phone, and prepare or serve food and beverages while keeping service organized and attentive. Your impact: By coordinating tables and responding warmly to guest needs, you help guests feel welcome and support smooth service for the restaurant team.
Responsibilities
- Welcome guests, manage reservations, and coordinate seating using restaurant table management systems.
- Answer calls with professional phone etiquette; share accurate information and support guest services.
- Greet and seat guest
- Make and prepare specialty coffee beverages and smoothies
- Use point-of-sale (POS) systems to enter orders and process transactions; handle basic math accurately.
- Communicate guest needs and table updates clearly with coworkers to support efficient service and positive guest relations.
Qualifications
- Customer service, communication, and organizational skills, with a friendly, hospitality-focused approach.
- Host/hostess, restaurant, or food service experience is helpful; serving experience is also valued.
- Familiarity with restaurant reservation management and table management systems is preferred.
- Experience with POS systems is an asset, including Toast
- Basic math skills, professional phone communication, and attention to food safety are important.
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Experience:
- Host/hostess: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Topeka, KS 66604 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15