Barista (part-time)
About Us
VietFive is a friendly and casual place that serves artisanal authentic Vietnamese coffee in a contemporary and laid-back atmosphere. We use only 100% Robusta beans imported from Vietnam in all of our coffee drinks and packaged goods.
Location
Fulton Market 1116 W. Madison
Job Description
Our Baristas should be knowledgeable of Vietnamese Coffee and its brewing process (training will be provided). The role of the Barista is to contribute to the success of the designated VietFive Coffee location by taking pride in your work, being a positive contributor to the team and maintaining an organized and efficient work environment. The Barista should possess strong attention to detail, initiate positive customer service interactions, and uphold a healthy team dynamic. They will execute VietFive Coffee’s high standards and hold themselves to these standards as well.
Responsibilities
First Priority - Customers:
• Greet customers as they enter
• Engage customers before taking orders (i.e. “How are you today?”)
• Educate customers on menu items and answer any questions they ask
• Discern customers preferences and make recommendations accordingly
• Take orders while paying attention to details
• Serve customers quickly and efficiently
• Receive and process payments (cash and credit cards); make correct change when needed
• Serve prepared food
• Prepare and serve beverages following recipes according to quality standards
• Respond to orders, questions, concerns, and complaints in a polite and efficient manner
Second Priority - Between Customers:
• Perform opening/closing duties
• Follow manager’s direction as to what needs to be accomplished during your shift
• Wash and put away dishes in the kitchen
• Maintain stock of clean mugs, fins and plates
• Fill the drinking water container as needed
• Maintain a clean dining area, sanitizing tables and chairs, and sweeping crumbs on the floor
• Check bathroom on a hourly basis; clean and restock as needed
• Complete other tasks as directed by manager on duty
Qualifications
Our coffee shop is busy, fast-paced, and may require long hours. The minimum required skills include:
• 1+ year of retail, restaurant or hospitality experience
• A passion for, or curiosity about, coffee; barista experience is a plus
• Experience working in a team
• Proven customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong ability to multi-task
• Ability to prepare beverages and food according to preparation directions
• Ability to read and speak English proficiently
• Basic math skills; experience making/counting change
• Ability to problem solve quickly and think on your feet
• Ability to follow direction
• The strength to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day to assist customers and employees with all coffee shop duties — from helping to unload the delivery truck to serving customers during rush hour.
• The ability to lift items up to 10 lbs, including bags of coffee and move other potentially heavy items — like chairs and tables
• Willingness to perform all duties requested (ie sweeping, cleaning, etc)
• A food handler's license (or willingness to obtain one)
• The ability to tolerate temperature extremes and fluctuations — both hot (kitchen, outdoor patio) and cold throughout each day.
• High school diploma or GED
Hours of Operation
7:00 AM to 7:00 every day of the week
Available shifts Flexible Weekends and Weekdays
Starting pay
$12+Tips (Approx. $18.00 an hour)
Apply
Send resume to [email protected]
VietFive is a friendly and casual place that serves artisanal authentic Vietnamese coffee in a contemporary and laid-back atmosphere. We use only 100% Robusta beans imported from Vietnam in all of our coffee drinks and packaged goods.
Location
Fulton Market 1116 W. Madison
Job Description
Our Baristas should be knowledgeable of Vietnamese Coffee and its brewing process (training will be provided). The role of the Barista is to contribute to the success of the designated VietFive Coffee location by taking pride in your work, being a positive contributor to the team and maintaining an organized and efficient work environment. The Barista should possess strong attention to detail, initiate positive customer service interactions, and uphold a healthy team dynamic. They will execute VietFive Coffee’s high standards and hold themselves to these standards as well.
Responsibilities
First Priority - Customers:
• Greet customers as they enter
• Engage customers before taking orders (i.e. “How are you today?”)
• Educate customers on menu items and answer any questions they ask
• Discern customers preferences and make recommendations accordingly
• Take orders while paying attention to details
• Serve customers quickly and efficiently
• Receive and process payments (cash and credit cards); make correct change when needed
• Serve prepared food
• Prepare and serve beverages following recipes according to quality standards
• Respond to orders, questions, concerns, and complaints in a polite and efficient manner
Second Priority - Between Customers:
• Perform opening/closing duties
• Follow manager’s direction as to what needs to be accomplished during your shift
• Wash and put away dishes in the kitchen
• Maintain stock of clean mugs, fins and plates
• Fill the drinking water container as needed
• Maintain a clean dining area, sanitizing tables and chairs, and sweeping crumbs on the floor
• Check bathroom on a hourly basis; clean and restock as needed
• Complete other tasks as directed by manager on duty
Qualifications
Our coffee shop is busy, fast-paced, and may require long hours. The minimum required skills include:
• 1+ year of retail, restaurant or hospitality experience
• A passion for, or curiosity about, coffee; barista experience is a plus
• Experience working in a team
• Proven customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong ability to multi-task
• Ability to prepare beverages and food according to preparation directions
• Ability to read and speak English proficiently
• Basic math skills; experience making/counting change
• Ability to problem solve quickly and think on your feet
• Ability to follow direction
• The strength to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day to assist customers and employees with all coffee shop duties — from helping to unload the delivery truck to serving customers during rush hour.
• The ability to lift items up to 10 lbs, including bags of coffee and move other potentially heavy items — like chairs and tables
• Willingness to perform all duties requested (ie sweeping, cleaning, etc)
• A food handler's license (or willingness to obtain one)
• The ability to tolerate temperature extremes and fluctuations — both hot (kitchen, outdoor patio) and cold throughout each day.
• High school diploma or GED
Hours of Operation
7:00 AM to 7:00 every day of the week
Available shifts Flexible Weekends and Weekdays
Starting pay
$12+Tips (Approx. $18.00 an hour)
Apply
Send resume to [email protected]