Barista - Part-Time

1w1 week ago

PJ's Coffee of New Orleans

Laredo, US · Part-time · $20,000 – $30,000

About this role

The barista serves as the master craftsman of all beverage and food items offered by PJ’s Coffee. They develop a positive environment for customers and fellow staff members while providing fast, efficient, and friendly service. This role upholds the reputation and integrity of the PJ’s brand at their specific store.

Baristas proactively suggest new beverages, drink enhancements, snacks, and pastries to enhance customer experience and knowledge. They prepare all beverages and food to meet PJ’s Coffee specifications and ensure customer satisfaction. Excellent customer service extends to staff operations and store upkeep.

In a fast-paced team environment, baristas follow cash handling procedures accurately and maintain sanitary, safety, and aesthetic standards using daily checklists. They alert management to operational needs, equipment issues, and improvements. All team members enforce company policies, procedures, and safety rules.

PJ’s Coffee, founded in 1978, uses top 1% Arabica beans and offers unique items like Original Cold Brew Ice Coffee. Employees receive training to grow within the company, with intent to advance into larger roles. Ongoing management and leadership opportunities support career development.

Requirements

Barista experience preferred but not required; training provided in PJ’s methods
Outgoing and engaging personality
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, team environment
Product knowledge and education to share with customers
Commitment to safe work practices and PJ’s core values

Responsibilities

Present a positive image of PJ's to customers and coworkers
Proactively suggest new beverages, drink enhancements, snacks, and pastries to improve customer experience
Prepare all beverages and food to meet PJ’s Coffee specifications and customer satisfaction
Ensure the store offers excellent customer service through staff operations and physical upkeep
Follow cash handling procedures accurately
Maintain interior and exterior sanitary, safety, and aesthetic requirements using daily checklists and par levels
Alert management to operational needs, equipment failure, and necessary improvements
Attend training sessions to increase coffee knowledge and apply skills to operations