Seasonal Barista - Washington Cafe

About the role

Stumptown, a coffee company that sources, roasts, packages and serves coffee, is hiring a seasonal barista for its Washington Cafe in Portland. Baristas ensure the quality of the coffee from bean to cup, provide exceptional hospitality and help customers understand the coffees, teas, foods, merchandise and promotions. Early mornings, nights, weekends and extreme reliability are required.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare espresso beverages to Stumptown's quality standards and deliver an exceptional customer experience
• Understand the coffees, teas, foods, merchandise and promotions to drive sales and give knowledgeable advice
• Maintain a clean and organized store and follow sustainability practices such as minimizing waste, conserving energy and limiting water use
• Taste coffee, tea and specialty beverages regularly to stay familiar with product quality
• Process transactions accurately in the POS system and reconcile the till
• Accept feedback, reflect on performance and share ideas to improve the store
• Other duties as assigned; no supervisory responsibilities

Required profile

• Demonstrated passion for coffee and a desire to share knowledge about it
• Ability to deliver hospitality personally and professionally, with strong attention to detail, cleanliness and sanitation
• Great communication skills with employees and customers of all backgrounds
• Open to feedback and willing to multi-task
• Health department license or certification as required by state or local law
• Ability to stand and walk during shifts, lift up to 5 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally, and to hear and smell coffee

What we offer

• Target base pay of $16.80 to $17.30 per hour
• Paid holidays and sick leave benefits
• An employee discount
• A 401(k) plan with a 100% employer match on the first 3% contributed and 50% on the next 2%