This position is responsible for independently facilitating sales and production of specialty coffee and other hot beverages using ASLC espresso cart. Barista functions include taking and fulfilling orders in a timely, accurate and friendly manner as well as cleaning, stocking, and maintaining inventory. This position works primarily alone and is eligible to receive tips.
Education/Training Requirements:
Minimum Two to three years' barista experience preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of customer service and/or barista skills preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to obtain a State of Alaska Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Operates Point of Sales System, calculates costs, receives payments, makes correct change, issues receipts, maintains records, and exercises full control and accountability for assigned cash drawer to include balancing of cash drawer after each shift.
- Takes beverage orders, prepares, and serves specialty beverages, cleans all food and beverage-related areas in accordance with State Health Department standards, and participates in inventory process.
- Monitors vending machine stock and inventory, restocking as needed and directed.
- Maintains high level of customer service and sales techniques. Ensures both internal and external customers' expectations are exceeded.
- Follows all safety protocols and communicates the safety protocols to guests.
- Maintains a clean, neat personal appearance following uniform guidelines. Conducts self in a professional manner.
- Assists in maintaining the professional appearance of lobby and café areas.
- Works shifts as scheduled. This position may be required to work overtime.
- Fosters good relations with visitors, volunteers, community leaders, contractors, and fellow staff members by promoting positive attitudes, good will, cooperation, and providing high standards of service.
- Complies with all Alaska SeaLife Center policies, procedures, and programs.
- Maintains a valid driver's license to conduct company business.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Skills and Abilities:
A successful candidate must be able to communicate clearly and concisely and maintain friendly and courteous contact with the public under conditions which may be stressful and busy at times.
Successful candidate must be self-motivated and able to work independently,
This is a seasonal, full-time position; ASLC offers a competitive wage (DOE).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
START DATE: 4/20/2024 End Dates: 9/3/2024
PAY RATE: $15.00 - $16.00
Seasonal Full-Time or Part-Time
Must be able to pass background check.
Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums
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In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status.
