0893 Cafe Barista - Books-A-Million, Inc.

Job Description

Under the direction of the General Manager a Barista performs a variety of tasks specific to the successful operation of the Caf following the prescribed guidelines for service.

Roles and Responsibilities

• During the majority of the shift, this is an independent position with backup provided on an as-needed basis.

• Operates Caf equipment and prepares coffee, specialty drinks, bottled drinks, and baked and prepared goods.

• Maintains a clean environment within local, state, and federal sanitation guidelines.

• Completes ongoing daily and weekly cleaning of food surfaces, machinery and utensils, and customer areas.

• Stocks and merchandises caf in accordance with company policies and procedures, maintaining a straight, organized, and clean shopping environment.

• Greets customers entering the store and caf, and provide exceptional customer service on each transaction.

• Successfully promotes all POS initiatives and company programs including, but not limited to discount cards, magazine sales, pre-sale vouchers, and donation programs.

• Balances cash drawer following each shift within allowable variances as identified in the Loss Prevention Policy.

• Assists the bookstore as needed.

• Performs other tasks as needed.

Core Competencies

• Interpersonal Skills

• Self-Management

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• 16 years of age or older

• Successful completion of all required background screenings

Preferred Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to learn and operate multiple caf machines, including, but not limited to blenders, ovens, espresso machines

• Computer and cash register skills

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time

• Must be able to use hands/arms to operate a keyboard and telephone for repetitive motion activities

• Must be able to lift or team lift objects up to 50 lbs., with or without assistance

• Must be able to communicate using speech, sight, and sound with or without an assistive device

• Must be able to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, or crouch while performing daily activities of the job