Barista Job at Vanilla Gorilla Cafe, New York, NY

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  • Vanilla Gorilla Cafe
  • New York, NY

Job Description

We are looking for a Barista to prepare and serve hot and cold beverages, including various types of coffee and tea. Barista responsibilities include educating customers on our drinks menu, making recommendations based on their preferences, up-selling special items and taking orders. To be successful in this role, you should have customer service skills and knowledge of how brewing equipment operates. You should be able to work various shifts. Note: this position’s compensation includes salary and tips. Ultimately, you’ll ensure an excellent drinking experience for our guests.

Responsibilities

  • Greet customers as they enter
  • Give customers drink menus and answer their questions regarding ingredients
  • Take orders while paying attention to details (e.g. preferences of coffee blend, dairy and sugar ratios)
  • Prepare beverages following recipes
  • Serve beverages and prepared food, like cookies, pastries and muffins
  • Receive and process payments (cash and credit cards)
  • Keep the bar area clean
  • Maintain stock of clean mugs and plates
  • Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs
  • Comply with health and safety regulations
  • Communicate customer feedback to managers and recommend new menu items

Skills

  • Previous work experience as a Barista or Server/Server
  • Hands-on experience with brewing equipment
  • Knowledge of sanitation regulations
  • Flexibility to work various shifts
  • Basic math skills
  • Ability to gauge customers’ preferences
  • Excellent communication skills
  • High school diploma; relevant training is a plus

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule

Restaurant type:

  • Bakery
  • Café
  • Coffee shop

Shift:

  • Day shift
  • Evening shift

Weekly day range:

  • Weekend availability

Experience:

  • Guest services: 1 year (Required)
  • Barista experience: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time, Work experience placement, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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