What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Cafe Barista position at Press House Coffee?
Overview:
Press House Coffee is seeking a qualified Lead or Head Barista to join our team. The Head Barista will oversee and manage all aspects of coffee and barista staff at our Sewickley Cafe in accordance with the vision and mission of Press House. The Head Barista will be closely involved in the development and evolution of our coffee offerings in collaboration with the Owner and Head Roaster.
Responsibilities:
– Assume responsibility for all aspects of the coffee production.
– Be capable of completing and overseeing all daily operations of the coffee bars at all locations, including SCA cuppings at our lab.
– Management of baristas: customer service, preparation and presentation of beverages and information, operational procedures, merchandising.
– Be “on-call” with the responsibility to respond to problems or fill-in when needed.
– Cultivate a professional, friendly, efficient work environment.
– Lead barista meetings.
Additional Responsibilities:
– Proactive training staff to maintain and uphold all company and café policies.
– Actively work toward creating a superlative café experience through: customer service, beverage preparation and presentation, in-store marketing, and upkeep of the physical space.
– Ensure all projects and responsibilities are completed in a timely, efficient manner.
– Handle customer complaints with professionalism and tact.
– Proactively solve problems and make decisions that benefit the café and company at large.
Qualifications:
– Excellent communication and teaching skills Infectious love of coffee
– Ability to keep a calm, mature, professional demeanor at all times
– Proactive approach to problem-solving and staff management
– Excellent time management skills and ability to self-direct when necessary
– High level of organization
– Adaptability and the ability to creatively troubleshoot difficult situations
– Superior leadership capabilities; ability to work well within groups
– A passion for small business and quality products
– Be a model barista, both as far as bar skills, customer service and enthusiasm to share knowledge
– Detail-oriented
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 35 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18