Barista

*POSITION*: Barista *LOCATION: *de la terre bakery; 600 Ontario Street, St. Catharines, ON *HOURS*: 24-32 hours per week *PAY:* CA$17.60 + weekly tips *SHIFT TYPE:* Days; scheduled shifts range between the hours of 7:00am ? 5:00pm. Applicants MUST be available weekends. *EXPECTED START DATE: *ASAP *JOB SUMMARY* De la terre bakery, located in the North End of St. Catharines, is seeking a Barista for our Front of House department. Our vision here at de la terre is to be the leading bread, and pastry producer in the region. We work hard to create a vibrant community hub, focused on pleasure, sustenance, stewardship, community and creativity. We are seeking to hire a skilled, responsible, passionate, and hard-working individual that will work in concert with the other de la terre team members to create an exceptional customer experience. The Front of House Barista would be responsible for educating and serving customers, making espresso-based beverages, packaging orders, answering the phone, and all opening and closing duties. It is the intention of de la terre to create a highly renowned coffee program at the café. As such, applicants must have the training and aptitude to meet these standards. *RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES* * Skillfully making coffee (espresso, batch brew and pour over), tea, and any other beverages as ordered by customers to meet the standards of de la terre?s coffee program. * Serving and greeting customers including entering transactions into the P.O.S. system, packaging orders, answering the phone, and educating customers on our products and processes. * Performing all opening and/or closing duties including setting up the bread and pastry display, opening and closing the register, and daily cleaning. * Working collectively in a fast-paced environment to ensure the customers have an exceptional experience. * Maintaining a clean and safe working environment as well as being knowledgeable in proper food handling, storage, and labeling. Daily cleaning throughout and at the end of the shift is mandatory. *QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS* \* Personality and a desire to learn - we love training. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Pay: From $17.60 per hour Benefits: * Casual dress * Discounted or free food * On-site parking * Store discount Application question(s): * Are you available weekends? * Are you looking for full time or part time work? Experience: * cafe/restaurant: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: In person