Barista

Description

Summary: Seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Barista to craft experiences, educate customers on single-origin coffees, and execute precision-based brewing methods. Highlights: 1. Crafting an experience, not just making drinks 2. Educating customers about single-origin coffees 3. Precision-based brewing methods (pour-over, Aeropress, espresso) **Job Title:** Barista / Coffee Specialist **Reports to:** Cafe Manager / Head Roaster **Job Summary:** We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Barista to join our team. This role is not just about making drinks; it is about crafting an experience. You will be responsible for educating customers about our single\-origin coffees, dialing in grind settings, and executing precision\-based brewing methods (pour\-over, Aeropress, espresso). **Key Responsibilities:** * **Brewing Excellence:** Operate commercial espresso machines and grinders; dial in espresso parameters (dose, yield, time) multiple times per day to maintain flavor consistency. * **Latte Art:** Pour high\-contrast, well\-textured microfoam for cappuccinos and lattes. * **Customer Education:** Explain flavor profiles (acidity, body, tasting notes) to customers and make personalized recommendations. * **Batch Brew:** Manage the rotation of drip coffee and cold brew to ensure freshness. * **Bean Handling:** Properly store and date coffee beans to ensure peak freshness. * **Cleanliness:** Maintain meticulous cleanliness of equipment (backflushing, cleaning steam wands, burr grinder cleaning). **Qualifications:** * 1\+ years of experience in a specialty coffee environment. * Strong understanding of espresso extraction theory. * Ability to stand for 8\-hour shifts and lift up to 50 lbs (bags of beans/milk). * Excellent verbal communication skills. * **Bonus:** SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) certification. Job Types: Full\-time, Part\-time Pay: $266,360 \- $662,461 per month Expected hours: 40\.0 per week Work Location: In person