Barista

Higher Grounds Trading Co. seeks hard-working and outgoing customer-oriented individuals to join our team of dedicated coffee professionals.

We seek people who are enthusiastic about our mission and passionate about exceptional hospitality. We encourage people of all ethnicities, race, gender, age, and sexual orientation to apply.

Full and part time opportunities are available with flexibility in scheduling.

Primary Responsibilities:

*Provide top-notch hospitality through courteous and responsive service to our guests
*Craft and serve specialty espresso and brewed coffee drinks
*Maintain a clean and organized work area
*Educate customers about the intricacies of making quality craft beverages and the purpose of our company

Requirements:

*Self-directed, organized, adaptable to an ever-evolving workplace dynamic
*Pleasant disposition with customers and staff, team oriented.
*Thorough and diligent work ethic that will consistently see tasks through to establish standards
*Exceptional attendance is a must
*Able to lift up to 30 pounds repeatedly
*Able to stand, walk, and lift for an entire work day
*Maintain a professional appearance

The ideal candidate will enjoy a fast-paced, team oriented, energetic environment and find it unacceptable to not be engaged and helping at work. We seek individuals who will hold themselves to a consistent and high standard. We hope you'll be an enthusiastic supporter of social justice and environmental sustainability, dedicated to continually improving the quality of your work. We also hope you love coffee!

Position Compensation: Starting wage of $15/hour tips (average $6.00 per hour in summer) Paid sick time, paid time off and access to wellness funds available as benefits.

About Higher Grounds: Higher Grounds Trading Co. was founded with the intention of creating and growing markets for fair trade, organic coffee. Our guiding principles are based upon internationally recognized fair trade standards and practices. We specialize in linking small-scale organic coffee farmers to those who appreciate a high-quality cup of coffee. Higher Grounds Trading Co. values involvement in community-enhancing initiatives, efforts to improve the coffee value chain, and the general promotion of economic, social and environmental justice.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Traverse City, MI 49684 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Traverse City, MI 49684: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $6 - $15