Coffee Shop Barista

We are looking for a Barista for the front of house to assist and prepare and serve hot and cold beverages, including various types of coffee, take food orders, payments and manage skatepark admittance.

Barista responsibilities include educating customers on our drinks menu, making recommendations based on their preferences, up-selling special items and taking orders. Additionally taking payments for skatepark admittance & managing sessions. To be successful in this role, you should have customer service skills and knowledge of how brewing equipment operates. You should also be able to work various shifts. Note: this position’s compensation includes salary and tips.

Ultimately, you’ll ensure an excellent experience for our guests.

**Responsibilities**
- Greet customers as they enter
- Give customers menus and answer their questions regarding ingredients
- Take orders while paying attention to details
- Prepare beverages following recipes
- Serve beverages and prepared food, like cookies, pastries and muffins
- Take food orders and manage orders through delivery apps
- Receive and process payments (cash and credit cards)
- Keep the bar area clean
- Maintain stock of clean mugs and plates
- Clean coffee shop area
- 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

**Requirements and skills**
- Previous work experience as a Barista or Waiter/Waitress
- 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 Types**: Part-time, Casual

Pay: R25,00 - R30,00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 25 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Paarden Eiland, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)