Barista

General Summary
The Barista is responsible for preparing hot and cold beverages, including various types of coffee and tea to LAIKA's employees and visitors.  

Job Functions 

• Prepare and serve beverages to employees and visitors. 
• Follow recipe and maintain menu standards, providing consistent products to the employees.
• Display confidence and knowledge of offerings with the ability to educate employees on menu and make recommendations based on their preferences.
• Properly handle and maintain equipment.
• Clean and sanitize work/dining areas, equipment and utensils.
• Maintain highly organized and welcoming workspace.
• Take inventory and replenish items accordingly.
• Update signage and displays.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and quality controls. 

Qualifications 

• 1+ years in food and beverage preparation or customer service.
• Passion for hospitality and coffee.
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good work ethic with ability to maintain professionalism.
• Ability to work well under pressure and juggle various priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Food Handler Certification. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical office conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.  

Location 
On-site in Hillsboro, OR
Salary
$20.00/hour set rate, non-negotiable.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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