Alfred Highland Park PT Barista

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.87 - $25.50
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Benefits

Wage $17.87 - $18.03/hr plus tips approximately $21.50 - $25.50/hr
free shift drinks
Employee Discounts
Open Path Collective therapy membership reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonuses
growth and advancement opportunities
Creative and collaborative team culture

Job Description

Alfred is a distinguished coffee company that first opened its doors in 2013 on Melrose Place in Los Angeles. Since its inception, Alfred has been driven by a clear vision to become the go-to neighborhood coffee shop for the city of Los Angeles. Through consistent innovation, dedication to everyday excellence, and creative partnerships, Alfred has crafted not just a place for coffee, but a unique experience that invites everyone into its world with the intention of creating reasons for customers to stay and enjoy. Today, Alfred boasts over 20 locations across Los Angeles and beyond, playing a significant role in shaping coffee culture both locally and globally. The brand has become synonymous with quality, community, and a vibrant coffee lifestyle, reflecting its commitment to outstanding service and product standards.

This role is for a Part-Time Barista at Alfred, located in the Highland Park neighborhood. The Barista position reports directly to the Cafe Manager and is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The wage for this role starts at $17.87 per hour plus tips, averaging approximately $21.50 to $25.50 per hour, providing an attractive earning opportunity for those passionate about coffee and customer service.

As a Part-Time Barista at Alfred, your primary responsibility is to create an exceptional guest experience driven by outstanding hospitality, high-quality product preparation, and efficient cafe operations. This role requires preparing high-quality coffee, tea, and food offerings while maintaining a welcoming and energetic environment for both guests and fellow team members. Ideal candidates will be collaborative, adaptable, and passionate about hospitality, working together with the team to deliver memorable customer experiences.

The Barista acts as the face of Alfred, welcoming guests warmly and guiding them thoughtfully through Alfred's beverage and food offerings. The role involves answering questions with care, handling phone inquiries, processing orders accurately, and supporting mobile ordering systems to maintain smooth operations. Maintaining a calm and professional demeanor during high-volume periods is essential to ensure the best customer experience.

In addition to customer service, the Barista is responsible for preparing consistent, high-quality beverages and food items aligned with Alfred's recipes and standards. This includes operating, cleaning, and maintaining coffee equipment while ensuring all preparation areas are clean, organized, and sanitary. The role encourages developing coffee and tea knowledge, including origins, flavor profiles, and preparation methods, positioning the Barista as an expert in the craft.

Team collaboration is a vital aspect of this position. The Barista fosters a positive team environment through active listening, clear communication, and a solutions-oriented mindset. Partnering with leadership and teammates to address operational needs and maintain consistency across shifts is a key component of the role.

Cafe operations responsibilities include maintaining a clean, organized, and fully stocked cafe environment throughout each shift. Assisting with inventory, restocking, deliveries, and overall cafe upkeep are integral parts of daily duties. Adherence to all company policies outlined in the employee handbook is mandatory, as is flexibility to take on additional tasks to meet company goals.

Safety and compliance are priorities at Alfred; therefore, the Barista must follow all procedures related to food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and cafe organization. Reporting any safety hazards, incidents, or operational concerns to management is essential to maintaining a safe working environment.

Overall, this Part-Time Barista role at Alfred offers not only a competitive wage and tips but also the opportunity to be part of a vibrant coffee culture that values creativity, collaboration, and growth. Candidates who thrive in fast-paced, customer-facing environments, have a positive attitude, and are eager to learn and grow will find Alfred a rewarding place to work.

Job Requirements

  • Lift and carry up to 20 pounds without assistance
  • Move quickly and efficiently throughout the cafe in a fast-paced environment
  • Maintain strong close-range vision and attention to detail for drink preparation, cash handling, and order accuracy
  • Bend, squat, reach, and perform cleaning, stocking, and other operational tasks as needed
  • Remain on feet for extended periods throughout scheduled shifts
  • Comfortably operate a POS system, cash register, or tablet device to accurately process customer orders and payments
  • Demonstrate the hand dexterity and coordination needed to safely and efficiently operate espresso machines, steamers, grinders, and other cafe equipment while preparing beverages to company standards

Job Qualifications

  • Previous cafe, coffee, or restaurant experience is preferred, but not required
  • Passion for hospitality and creating positive customer experiences in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative team setting while working efficiently under pressure
  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn and grow
  • Flexibility to attend quarterly team meetings, trainings, or company events that may occasionally take place outside of regular scheduled shifts
  • Maintain reliable attendance and consistent availability, including a minimum commitment of three shifts per week

Job Duties

  • Welcome guests with warmth and hospitality while delivering an elevated customer experience
  • Guide customers through beverage and food offerings, answer questions thoughtfully, and build genuine rapport
  • Handle phone inquiries, accurately process orders, and support mobile ordering operations
  • Maintain a calm, professional, and welcoming presence during high-volume periods
  • Prepare consistent, high-quality beverages and food items in accordance with Alfred recipes and standards
  • Operate, clean, and maintain coffee equipment while ensuring all beverage and food preparation areas remain clean, organized, and sanitary
  • Develop knowledge of coffee and tea origins, flavor profiles, and preparation methods
  • Foster a positive team environment through active listening, clear communication, and a solutions-oriented mindset
  • Partner with leadership and teammates to address operational needs and maintain consistency across shifts
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked cafe environment throughout each shift
  • Assist with inventory, restocking, deliveries, and overall cafe upkeep
  • Adhere to all policies and procedures outlined in company’s employee handbook
  • Additional tasks that may be assigned to meet company goals
  • Follow all company procedures related to food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and cafe organization
  • Report safety hazards, incidents, or operational concerns to the management

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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