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Counter help

Farm 23
Boothbay, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/12/2026

Job Summary
Join our small but mighty team! In this lively role, you’ll be the friendly face greeting customers, assisting with food and beverage orders, and ensuring a positive customer experience. Your culinary interest, friendly demeanor, and appreciation for quality, hand made baked goods and creative coffee drinks will help create a welcoming environment that keeps guests coming back. Whether handling cash, upselling menu items, or maintaining sanitation standards, your proactive approach will drive the success of our little micro bakery!

Duties

  • Greet customers warmly and take their food and beverage orders accurately using Square POS system
  • Package and serve food items and beverages in accordance with food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Handle cash transactions efficiently, including cash handling, cashiering, and providing correct change.
  • Upsell menu items to enhance customer experience; share what your favorites are, point out new items, or highlight specialty items such as gluten free options.
  • Maintain cleanliness of the counter area, including the beverage prep station, dining space, and equipment such as coffee machines and displays.
  • Assist with food handling tasks like bussing tables, restocking supplies, and supporting kitchen staff when needed.
  • Ensure all food safety protocols are followed to uphold health standards in a quick service or fast food environment.
  • Assist with stocking retail items, straightening the gift shop daily, and keeping displays stocked and clean.
  • End of day clean up

Experience

  • Previous experience in food service, café work, retail sales, or barista skills are highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with POS systems like Square
  • Experience in cashiering, serving, barista work, or food handling within a restaurant or grocery store are all helpful
  • Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks during busy hours.
  • Knowledge of sanitation practices and basic math for cash handling and retail transactions.
  • Culinary experience or background in the food industry enhances your ability to support kitchen operations effectively.
  • Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service in a fast paced cafe environment will set you apart.

Come spend the summer with us making new friends and sharing our love for small farms, hand crafted baked goods, curated gifts and local food!

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20

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