Coffee Bar Employee/Barista - Job Coach (Part Time 25 Hours Per Week)

Jumpy Monkey Coffee is looking for a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Coffee Bar Employee/Barista. In this unique role, you will serve as a job coach for individuals with mental disabilities, helping them learn valuable workplace skills in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coaching & Mentoring: Work directly with individuals with mental disabilities, providing patient and clear instruction on all aspects of coffee shop operations. Adapt your coaching style to the needs of each employee, ensuring a comfortable and positive learning experience.

• Customer Service: Greet customers with a positive and friendly attitude, take orders accurately, and handle transactions at the cash register.

• Coffee & Fudge Preparation: Learn to prepare a variety of coffee drinks, other beverages, and fudge. This includes grinding coffee beans, operating espresso machines, and retrieving pastries. You will also be responsible for making and displaying fudge.

• Cleaning & Maintenance: A portion of this role is dedicated to maintaining a clean and sanitary environment. This includes:

  • Daily tasks: Washing dishes, wiping down tables and counters, taking out trash, and cleaning sinks and drains.

  • End-of-day duties: Sweeping and mopping are always required at the end of the day.

  • Furniture care: Wiping down non-fabric furniture and vacuuming fabric furniture.

• Stocking: Monitor inventory levels and restock items like cups and lids from the supply closet as needed.

• Display & Merchandising: Assist in changing out and moving materials for regular store displays, including the fudge display. Your input and assistance are welcome and appreciated.

• Problem Resolution: Address any issues or concerns directly with the coffee bar manager. Disputes with co-workers must be resolved maturely, and arguing with customers is never permitted.