Barista - Earth Fare Christiansburg

Earth Fare Team Members

At Earth Fare, our Team Members ensure every customer visit is fulfilling by answering questions, meeting shopping needs, and creating a welcoming sense of community. Our goal is for each customer to leave feeling supported, informed, and excited to return.

Earth Fare’s mission is helping people live healthy lives. Team Members guide customers in selecting food they can trust, along with wellness and household products that meet the same high standards as the food on our shelves.

Barista

Baristas play a key role in delivering an exceptional customer experience by providing efficient service, expertly crafted specialty beverages, and a welcoming café environment. This role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Key Contributions:

• Manage customer flow by providing quick, efficient, and accurate transactions in a friendly and welcoming manner.

• Prepare specialty drinks with speed and accuracy, ensuring recipe adherence and visual appeal.

• Collaborate with Team Members and leaders across departments to deliver consistent, knowledgeable customer service.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and attractive front-end and café station, including surrounding merchandising and service areas.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• Previous customer service and specialty drink preparation experience preferred.

• Strong communication skills, basic math proficiency, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Environmental Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on customer service.

• Exposure to extreme cold environments at times.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and squat.

• Ability to push, pull, and maneuver heavy loads.

• Ability to stand and remain on feet throughout the workday.

Why Work for Earth Fare?

Great Benefits:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance (full-time employees).

• 401(k) and Retirement Planning.

• Paid Time Off.

• 20% Store Discount and discounted hot bar and salad bar.

• Flexible Scheduling.

Supportive Working Environment:

• Team Members and Leadership collaborate to create a workplace where individual talents and contributions are valued.

• Clear communication and mutual respect shape the daily work experience.

Opportunities for Growth:

• Ongoing development and support to help Team Members succeed in their current roles.

• Encouragement to learn new skills and pursue advancement opportunities.

Community Relationships:

• Active involvement in building relationships that positively impact neighbors, partners, and the environment.

• Participation in community partnerships and supportive events.

Salary : $15 - $18