What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cafe Barista position at Broad Porch Coffee Co?
Job Overview
We’re looking for self-motivated, hardworking individuals who enjoy coffee, great food, and creating exceptional experiences for others to join the opening team at our new location in Historic Downtown Staunton, Virginia. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working as part of a team, and take pride in your work, we’d love to meet you.
As a Barista at Broad Porch , you’ll prepare handcrafted beverages, provide outstanding customer service, and help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient café. Baristas are at the heart of the guest experience, ensuring every drink meets our standards for quality and consistency.
This position reports to the Owners and Managers and receives day-to-day direction from Managers and Shift Leaders. Compensation increases are based on performance, reliability, and experience.
Qualifications
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Coffee knowledge or previous café experience is preferred but not required—we provide comprehensive training.
- Ability to operate café equipment, including espresso machines, brewers, grinders, scales, and other preparation tools.
- Ability to accurately follow recipes and procedures using weight and volume measurements.
- Dependable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards.
Essential Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve all coffee and espresso beverages according to Broad Porch standards.
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of our menu and confidently answer customer questions.
- Prioritize drink tickets to ensure timely, accurate service.
- Set up, stock, maintain, and clean the espresso bar throughout each shift.
- Monitor beverage quality and consistency, making adjustments as needed.
- Communicate effectively with the front-of-house team regarding ticket times and customer needs.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards throughout the café.
- Contribute to a welcoming, positive atmosphere for both guests and teammates.
Job Type
- Full-time
- Part-time
Benefits
- Employee discount
Schedule
- 7-hour shifts
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
- Holidays
- Weekend shifts required
Supplemental Pay
- Tips
Location
Applicants must be able to reliably commute to or relocate to Staunton VA, 24401 and Harrisonburg VA, 22801 before their start date.
Preferred Experience
- 1 year of customer service, food service, or café experience (preferred, not required)
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $22