Barista - Fresh Baguette
McLean, VA 22101
About the Job
Fresh Baguette is a fast-growing, artisanal bakery known for its high-quality standards and modern atmosphere. The company was founded in Bethesda, MD in 2013 inspired by bakeries in France. Our popularity with both retail and wholesale customers has allowed us to grow rapidly, with locations in Rockville, Bethesda, Alexandria, Washington DC, McLean, and Germantown. We are passionate about quality and take great pride in everything we do. Our mission is to offer our customers unique moments of indulgence that are delicious to every sense. This value is evident in everything we do, from the smell of scratch-made artisanal croissants and organic bread baking fresh throughout the day to the beauty of hand-crafted pastries, delicious coffee, and savory creations delivered in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
We are growing and looking for passionate bakers, baristas, supervisors, a senior marketing manager, and managers to join our Fresh Baguette team. We are seeking a talented and dynamic Full-Time Barista for its Mclean, Virginia bakery cafe (6707 Old Dominion Dr #115, McLean, VA 22101).
Benefits
- Compensation: 20.00$ / hour to 21.00$ / hour including tip
- Base pay is $11.50/hr with room for growth
- Tips
- No late nights
- Paid Training
- 401K and 401K Match
- Free Lunch
- Paid-Time Off available after 90 days
- Health and Dental Insurance available after 90 days
- Employee Discount
- Anniversary Gift Card
- Exciting growth potential
Shifts:
- Our shifts typically start as early as 6AM and end at 7PM, 7 days per week.
- Morning shifts: 6AM-1PM
- Afternoon shifts: 9AM-4PM
- Closing shifts: 1PM-7PM
- 6-8 hour shift
- 5 Days a week including Saturday and Sunday
As a Barista you will be:
- Living by Fresh Baguette’s core values: Integrity, Respect, Reliable, Team player, Committed, and Customer Oriented
- Providing friendly and prompt customer service
- An expert of Fresh Baguette menu offerings
- Follow recipes according to standard
- Cash and credit handling at the cash register in a fun and efficient manner
- Serving baked goods, breads, and pastries
- Making and serving coffee, sandwiches, salads with care
- Maintaining store safety, sanitation and proper food storage
- Addressing and answering customer complaints
- Paying close attention to the way products are displayed throughout the day and to the cleanliness of the store
- Cleaning and prepping the store for the next day
- Closing register
Requirements
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
- Open availability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends & mornings/afternoons
- Availability to work on Holidays - Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, etc.
- Physical exertion requirement to perform heavy work (such as frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds)
- Strong Communication skills
- Reliable transportation to work--living within walking distance and/or not dependent on public transportation
- Ability to stand for 8 hours
- Commute of less than 25 minutes
- Experience working as a barista is a plus
You would be a great fit for a barista if you:
- Have a passion for coffee and bread
- Have a warm and inviting presence
- Love learning
- Consider yourself a people person
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Seek growth opportunities
Job Types: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free Lunch
- 401(k)
- 401(k) match
- Employee discount
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid training
- Anniversary Gift Card
Restaurant type:
- Bakery
- Café
- Coffee shop
Shift:
- 6-8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift
- Afternoon shift
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Learn more about us at Freshbaguette.net